Question

What is acromegaly due to?

Answer 1

Acromegaly:

1. Acromegaly is a disorder of the endocrine system occurring during adulthood due to an excessive abnormal amount of growth hormone (GH)/somatotrophin.
2. Growth hormone is required for the normal growth of the somatic cells of the body (including bones and other parts).
3. When growth hormone is overly secreted during childhood, it is called “gigantism”.
4. Although there is an abnormal increase in the size of bones, including hands, feet, and face, there is no increase in height.
5. Some common symptoms include increased basal metabolism of the body, heart rate, excitement, etc.