Question

question 11 (2.5 points)
osteoporosis most commonly affects older males.
○ true
○ false

question 12 (2.5 points)
____________________ results from hypersecretion of the glucocorticoid hormones
from the adrenal cortex.
○ a) cushing’s syndrome
○ b) gigantism

question 13 (2.5 points)
corticosteroids may be used to treat ________.
○ a) hyperthyroidism
○ b) myxedema

Explanation:

Question (about Osteoporosis affecting older males)

Osteoporosis is more common in older females, especially post - menopausal women, due to decreased estrogen levels which affect bone density. Older males are less likely to be the most common group affected.

Cushing's syndrome is caused by excessive secretion of glucocorticoid hormones from the adrenal cortex. Gigantism is caused by excessive growth hormone in childhood, not glucocorticoids.

There seems to be an error in the options as corticosteroids are not typically used to treat hyperthyroidism (treated with antithyroid drugs, etc.) or myxedema (hypothyroidism, treated with thyroid hormone replacement). However, if we assume a possible typo and considering corticosteroids are used for inflammatory/autoimmune conditions, but among the given options, there might be a mistake. But based on the options, neither a nor b is a typical corticosteroid - treatable condition. If we have to choose from the given, there is an issue. But if we consider the options as presented, perhaps a misprint. However, in standard knowledge, corticosteroids are used for conditions like autoimmune diseases, allergies, etc. and not the given options. But if we proceed with the given, there is no correct option. But maybe there was a mistake in the question. If we assume a different context, but as per the options, no correct answer. But perhaps the question intended different options.

Answer:

False

Question 12 (Condition from glucocorticoid hypersecretion)