Who is at risk for acromegaly?

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Acromegaly: It is caused due to over-secretion of GH, which results in severe disfigurement. Over-secretion of GH in children results in gigantism.
Risk for acromegaly: Adults, especially in middle age (between the ages of 30 and 50) are at risk for acromegaly.

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