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acromegaly, acromegalic
A chronic disease of adults caused by hypersecretion of the pituitary growth hormones and characterized by enlargement of many parts of the skeleton, especially the distal portions; such as, the nose, ears, jaws, fingers, and toes.
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“acromegaly”
acromegaly
A medical term for gigantism.
The result of abnormal growth patterns involving height, weight, skin, and at times, the head. Acromegaly is a result of pituitary gland abnormalities.
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