Question

thyroid hormone deficiency is known as:
a goiter
b hypothyroidism
c hyperthyroidism
d thyromegaly

Explanation:

• Goiter: It is an enlargement of the thyroid gland, which can occur due to various reasons like iodine deficiency (not just hormone deficiency).
• Hypothyroidism: This is specifically the condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones.
• Hyperthyroidism: Opposite of hypothyroidism, it is when the thyroid gland produces excessive thyroid hormones.
• Thyromegaly: Another term for goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland).

Answer:

B. hypothyroidism