Question:
What is Acromegaly?
Author: Alexandra Jessie WilsonAnswer:
Acromegaly is the result of excessive production of growth hormone which stimulates proliferation of cartilage, periarticular connective tissue, and bone, resulting in several musculoskeletal problems.
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Oversimplified: The result of excessive production of growth hormone, causing excessive growth of certain bones and tissues (esp. connective). This causes bone and joint pain.
Common features: Osteoarthritis, back pain, carpal tunnel, Raynaud's phenomenon
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Alexandra Jessie Wilson