Which hormone disorder is associated with weight gain, sensitivity to cold, dry skin and hair, constipation, low metabolic rate, and sluggishness?

A. Hyperthyroidism
B. Addison disease
C. Hypothyroidism
D. Androgen-insensitivity syndrome
E. Acromegaly


C. Hypothyroidism

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