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
All of the following are causes of obesity except 
Select and explain. 
A. Hypothyroidism, B. Growth hormone excess, C. Cushing syndrome, D. Intake of corticosteroids
B: Growth hormone excess
Answer: B: Growth hormone excess 
Explanation: Growth hormone deficiency causes obesity not growth harmone excess.