INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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What is the synonymous term for Hypothyroidism?

Graves' Disease

Addison's Disease

Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones, causing symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and sensitivity to cold. Hashimoto's Thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder that is the most common cause of hypothyroidism. This means that the body's immune system attacks the thyroid gland, leading to decreased hormone production. Graves' Disease and Addison's Disease are both autoimmune disorders but are associated with the overproduction of thyroid hormones and malfunction of the adrenal glands, respectively. Acromegaly is a condition caused by excessive growth hormones production, which has no correlation with the thyroid gland. Therefore, none of the other options are synonymous with hypothyroidism.

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