Research Paper On Acromegaly

Acromegaly is a disease in which some parts of the body grow out of proportion to the rest of the body. It commonly affects the nose, ears, jaw, fingers, and toes. Acromegaly can lead to a number of conditions over time, including:

Diabetes.

Arthritis.

Heart disease.

Sleep apnea.

High blood pressure (hypertension).

CAUSES

The most common cause of acromegaly is an overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland. This can result from:

A noncancerous (benign) tumor on the pituitary gland (common).

A tumor in another part of the body (rare).

Acromegaly can also be caused by a tumor that makes growth hormone itself.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Common signs and symptoms include:

Larger than normal hands,