Baby Sylvia is born with a thyroid deficiency. Which of the following can we expect for Sylvia if it goes untreated?

A. Acromegaly
B. Body temperature will be above normal.
C. Growth rate will be faster than normal.
D. Growth rate will be slower than normal.
E. Gigantism


Answer: D

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