Question

A child has low BMR, delayed puberty and mental retardation. Identify the disease.

Hint:

Cretinism is preventable with iodized salt; early thyroid hormone replacement is crucial.

Answer 1

Cretinism, caused by congenital hypothyroidism (often due to iodine deficiency), results in low basal metabolic rate (BMR), delayed puberty, and mental retardation. It leads to stunted growth and developmental delays if untreated.