Question

hypothyroidism that presents in early childhood is referred to as which of the following condition?
○ addisons disease
○ cretinism
○ hashimotos thyroidiitis
○ myxedema

Explanation:

• Addison's disease is related to adrenal gland dysfunction, not thyroid in childhood.
• Cretinism (now called congenital hypothyroidism) occurs when hypothyroidism presents in early childhood, causing growth and developmental issues.
• Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune thyroid condition, often developing later, not specific to early childhood presentation of hypothyroidism.
• Myxedema is severe hypothyroidism in adults, not childhood.

Answer:

B. Cretinism