Acromegaly

Lisa and Jillian
 * __ Acromegaly __**


 * Rare disease that occurs when your pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone for your body.
 * Can be a result of a benign tumor
 * Symptoms include:
 * Swelling
 * Protrusion of bones
 * Skin Tags
 * Easily fatigued
 * Deeper voice than most due to large vocal cords
 * Enlarged tongue
 * Reduced sex drive
 * Skin Thickening
 * Tissue Growth
 * Bone Enlargement
 * Commonly in the face, hands, and feet
 * Occurs almost always in adulthood, mostly in middle-aged individuals
 * When it occurs in children it leads to a disorder known as gigantism
 * Often is not recognized immediately as changes tend to be gradual.
 * Can lead to premature death and other serious health issues

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Before Acromegaly was developed and After Acromegaly was developed

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