Question
Biology Question on Human Endocrine System
Tetany is caused by
A
Hyperparathyroidism
B
Hyperthyroidism
C
Hypoparathyroidism
D
Hypothyroidism
Answer
Hypoparathyroidism
Explanation
Solution
Tetany is a spasm and twitching of the muscles, particularly those of the face, hands, and feet. Tetany is usually caused by a reduction in the blood calcium level, which may be due to underactive parathyroid glands (hypoparathyroidism).