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The following symptoms correspond to which of the following disorder :
1. Deaf-mutism
2. Abnormal skin
3. Mental retardation in children

A

Myxoedema

B

Cretinism

C

Down's syndrome

D

Grave's disease

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To solve the question regarding the symptoms of deaf-mutism, abnormal skin, and mental retardation in children, we need to analyze the provided options and relate them to the symptoms described. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Symptoms**: - The symptoms given are: - Deaf-mutism - Abnormal skin - Mental retardation in children 2. **Evaluate the Options**: - The options provided are: - Myxedema - Cretinism - Down Syndrome - Graves' Disease 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Myxedema**: This is a severe form of hypothyroidism in adults and does not typically present with the symptoms listed. - **Cretinism**: This is a condition resulting from severe hypothyroidism during pregnancy or early childhood. It is characterized by: - Mental retardation - Stunted growth - Abnormal skin (dry and coarse) - In some cases, deaf-mutism can also be associated. - **Down Syndrome**: This genetic disorder is caused by an extra chromosome 21 and is associated with characteristic facial features and varying degrees of intellectual disability, but it does not typically include deaf-mutism or abnormal skin. - **Graves' Disease**: This is a form of hyperthyroidism and does not relate to the symptoms provided. 4. **Conclusion**: - The symptoms of deaf-mutism, abnormal skin, and mental retardation in children correspond to **Cretinism**. ### Final Answer: The disorder corresponding to the symptoms of deaf-mutism, abnormal skin, and mental retardation in children is **Cretinism**. ---
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