Several diseases in humans are related to the malfunction of thyroid hormones, including
A) thyrotoxicosis which results in slow metabolism and dilated pupils.
B) goitre, or enlarged thyroid, caused by increased thyroid secretions.
C) myxoedema, an abnormal water accumulation in tissues, due to increased thyroid hormones.
D) cretinism, due to impaired growth and development which results from low iodine intake.
E) All of the answers are correct.

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Cretinism is a condition that results from a deficiency of thyroid hormone, which can be due to low iodine intake. This deficiency during fetal or infant development leads to impaired growth and mental development. The other options incorrectly describe the causes or effects of thyroid hormone-related conditions.

Several Diseases in Humans Are Related to the Malfunction of Thyroid