Does.Insufficient thyroxine in adult leads to cretinism
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Explanation:If your body releases too much thyroxine, you will suffer a condition called thyrotoxicosis. This can cause a goiter, which is a swelling of the neck because of an enlarged thyroid gland. ... Low thyroxine levels cause problems with development if it occurs when an individual is young.
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The body can also produce too little thyroxine, a condition known as hypothyroidism. ... In adults, thyroxine deficiency will lower the metabolic rate, causing weight gain, memory problems, infertility, fatigue, and muscle stiffness.
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