Which of the following is not a hereditary disease?

Cretinism

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Cystic fibrosis

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Thalassaemia

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Haemophilia

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Solution

The correct option is A Cretinism
Cretinism is a condition of severely stunted physical and mental growth due to untreated congenital deficiency of thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones mainly help in growth and development.
So, the correct answer is 'Cretinism'

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