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Hypothyroidism in a pregnant woman can cause which defect in the baby?
ACretinism
BGigantism
CAcromegaly
DExophthalmos
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Cretinism
Low thyroid hormone in pregnancy gives stunted growth, mental retardation and low IQ, called cretinism.
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