Question

Which term describes an abnormal condition caused by an insufficient or absent secretion of the parathyroid hormone that can lead to periodic painful muscle spasms and tremors?a. myalgia b. hypocrinism c. hypoparathyroidism

Answer 1

Answer: option C - hypoparathyroidism

Step-by-step explanation:

Insufficient secretion of Parathormone (parathyroid hormone) causes a decrease in Calcium contents of the blood from the normal 10 mg per 100 ml to 7 mg per 100 ml - signifying LOW LEVELS OF CALCIUM - that leads to excessive contraction of the muscles.

This condition is known as hypoparathyroidism