J & K CET Medical J & K - CET Medical Solved Paper-2010

  • question_answer
    Excessive development of male mammary glands is called

    A)  eunuchoidism

    B)  male hypogonadism

    C)  gynaecomastia

    D)  female hypogonadism

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

                    Gynaecomastia is the development of abnormally large mammary glands in males resulting in breast enlargement. Hypogonadism is a term used for decreased functional activity of the gonads (ovaries or testes). Eunuchoidism is a condition resulting from a deficiency in the production or effectiveness of male hormones. The deficiency leads to sterility, abnormal tallness, small testes, and impaired development of secondary sexual characteristics, libido, and sexual potency.


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