An oversecretion of the corticoids early in one's life can cause
A)acromegaly.
B)agnosia.
C)cretinism.
D)premature puberty.

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An oversecretion of corticoids (corticosteroids) can lead to premature puberty. Corticosteroids are involved in a wide range of physiological processes including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior. Their overproduction can disrupt the normal timing of puberty.

An Oversecretion of the Corticoids Early in One's Life Can