INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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What is hypothyroidism in adults called?

  1. Cretinism

  2. Hashimoto's thyroiditis

  3. Graves disease

  4. Myxedema

The correct answer is: Myxedema

Hypothyroidism in adults is called myxedema. Myxedema is a condition that occurs due to an underactive thyroid gland, leading to a decrease in the production of thyroid hormones. This deficiency can result in a variety of symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and dry skin. Cretinism, on the other hand, refers to a congenital form of hypothyroidism that occurs in infants, leading to stunted growth and intellectual disability if untreated. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland, eventually causing hypothyroidism. Graves disease, on the contrary, is an autoimmune disorder that results in hyperthyroidism, causing an overactive thyroid gland.

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