Acromegaly is a rare hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces excess growth hormone in adults. It is most commonly caused due to a tumor in the pituitary gland. Symptoms include deepened husky voice, more extensive than average hands and feet, and facial features. Treatment involves drugs and, if required, surgery and radiation therapy to remove tumor cells.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is an excess production of growth hormones despite pituitary resection surgery.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.I believe your plastic surgeon suspects you may have acromegaly or less likely Cushing's syndrome. My suspicion is low at this point.
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