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Acromegaly is an endocrine disorder characterized by excessive growth hormone production due to a noncancerous tumor in the pituitary gland, primarily affecting middle-aged adults. Symptoms include enlargement of facial features, hands, and feet, and treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and medication. Diagnosis involves medical history review, physical examination, IGF-1 measurement, growth hormone suppression tests, and imaging to locate tumors.
- Author
- Mark Anthony
- Language
- EN