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प्रश्न
Give reason.
Simple goitre can be prevented by using iodised salt in food.
उत्तर
- Goitre is a condition induced by an iodine shortage in the diet.
- This condition causes an enlarged thyroid gland and swelling in the neck region.
- It is prevalent in northern India's mountainous regions due to iodine deficiency in the soil and subterranean water.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Given ahead is a portion from the human body showing some important structure in ventral (front) view.
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- Where is this portion located in the body?
- Name the structures numbered 1-3.
- State one main function of each of the structures named above.
- Is there any duct to carry the secretions from the structure numbered 2? If so, give its name.
Draw and label the structure of thyroid gland.
Give the Technical Term: Name a condition caused due to hypo secretion of thyroxin in adults.
The growth and functions of the thyroid gland are controlled by ______.
What are the signs of myxoedema?
What are the effects of hypothyroidism (observed during pregnancy) on the development and maturation of a growing baby?
Name the gland that causes following disorder:
Grave's disease
Cretinism is caused due to ______ of thyroxin.
The condition showing swelling in face and hands and sluggishness due to hypothyroidism is called ______.
Islets of Langerhans are located in the ______.
