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Which one of the following clinical features are NOT seen in pheochromocytoma?

A
Hypertension
B
Episodic palpitations
C
Weight loss
D
Diarrhea
High-Yield Explanation
In pheochromocytoma, there are paroxysms of hypertension and finally, give way to continuous hypertensive state. During attacks, the patient complains of a headache, palpitations, abdominal pain, and dizziness; pallor, vomiting, and sweating also occur. The child has a good appetite but because the hypermetabolic state does not gain weight, and severe cachexia may develop.

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