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Answer: C -Cushing’s syndrome is the endocrine disorder that may cause “moon face” and “buffalo hump on the back”.

Cushing’s syndrome is caused by the hyper secretion of cortisol by adrenal glands or it can be triggered by long term use of steroids. Symptoms include weight gain, fatty tissue deposits in the face and body creating a “Moon face” and/or “buffalo hump” on the back.

Addison’s disease is caused by the hypo secretion of cortisol and aldosterone by the adrenal glands.

Acromegaly results when the hyper secretion of growth hormone by pituitary gland in adult life.

Hyperthyroidism is due to excess production of thyroid hormone from thyroid gland.