JIPMER Jipmer Medical Solved Paper-2007

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    Which of the following is not a hereditary disease?

    A)  Cretinism                           

    B)  Cystic fibrosis

    C)  Thalassaemia                   

    D)  Haemophilia

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Cretinism is a disorder which is caused by deficiency of thyroid hormones in infants. Symptoms of this disorder are slow body growth and mental development, slow heart beat, low blood pressure, stunted growth, retarded sexual development etc This disease can be treated by an early administration of thyroid hormones.


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