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Acromegaly is a chronic metabolic disorder in which there is too much growth hormone and the body tissues gradually enlarge.Somatotroph adenoma; Growth hormone excess; Pituitary giant; Gigantism.Acromegaly occurs in abo... |
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Symptoms
Body odorCarpal tunnel syndromeDecreased muscle strength (weakness)Easy fatigueEnlarged bones of the faceEnlarged fee...
Causes
Acromegaly occurs in about 6 of every 100,000 adults. It is caused by abnormal production of growth hormone after th...
Tests
High growth hormone levelHigh insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) levelSpine x-ray shows abnormal bone growthPituita...
Treatments
This surgery may not be available to patients in remote locations, so travel to a larger metropolitan area may be nec...
Prevention
There are no methods to prevent the condition, but early treatment may prevent complications of the disease from gett...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of acromegaly, or if your symptoms do not improve with treatment.
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