Question

name the gland caused by the disease cretinism​

Answer 1

thyroid gland is associated with disease cretinism..

Explanation :-

• the Iodine deficiency of thyroid hormone in newborn which leads to impaired development of the growing fetus and leads to mental retardation and stunted growth.

Additional information

• thyroid gland is an type of endocrine which is located at the front of the neck, below the Adam's apple.
• It plays a major role in the metabolism, growth and development of the human body.
• thyroid may cause hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism or inflammation.