Acromegaly is due to

Hypersecretion of GH

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Hyposecretion of GH

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Hypersecretion of ACTH

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The correct option is A Hypersecretion of GH
Grwoth hormone (GH) is a proteinaceous hormone which brings about body growth. Over secretion of growth hormone give rise to acromegaly in an adult. It is characterized by abnormal growth of hands, feet and face especially lower jaw in an otherwise normal sized individual. The appearance may be gorilla like.

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