This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
[{'content': 'NOT a feature of hypothyroidism is ? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Sho metacarpals in hands, B. Delayed pubey, C. Delayed bone age, D. Altered upper and lower segment ratio', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: A \nExplanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Sho metacarpal in hands Hypothyroidism o Hypothyroidism results from deficient production of thyroid hormone or a defect in thyroid hormone receptor activity. o Hypothyroidism may be : - i) Congenital --> Present since bih ii) Acquired --> Symptoms appear after a period of apparently normal thyroid function. Hypothyroidism causes - i) Delayed bone growth (Bone age markedly delayed) ii) Delayed pubey & Alteration in upper and lower segment ratio (upper segment > lower segment) Hypothyroidism o Hypothyroidism results from deficient production of thyroid hormone or a defect in thyroid hormone receptor activity. o Hypothyroidism may be : - i) Congenital --> Present since bih ii) Acquired --> Symptoms appear after a period of apparently normal thyroid function. Hypothyroidism causes - i) Delayed bone growth (Bone age markedly delayed) ii) Delayed pubey & Alteration in upper and lower segment ratio (upper segment > lower segment)", 'role': 'assistant'}]