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Synonyms of Acromegaly
Disorder Subdivisions
General Discussion
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Acromegaly is a rare, slowly progressive chronic disorder that affects adults. Although it is most often diagnosed in middle aged adults, it is important to note that symptoms can appear at any age and if not treated can result in serious illness and premature death. The disorder is characterized by an excess of growth hormone. Symptoms include abnormal enlargement in bones of the arms, legs, and head. The bones in the jaws and in the front of the skull are typically the most affected. Acromegaly may also cause thickening of the soft tissues of the body, particularly the heart and accelerated growth leading to tall stature. In most cases, acromegaly is caused by the growth of a benign tumor (adenoma), affecting the pituitary gland.
Organizations related to Acromegaly
- Canadian Multiple Endocrine Neoplasm Society, Inc.
Box 100
Saskatchewan None SOM 1XO
Phone #: 306-892-2080
800 #: --
e-mail: men.society@sasketel.net
Home page: http://www.mensociety.com
- NIH/National Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Information Clearinghouse
1 AMS Circle
Bethesda MD 20892-3675
Phone #: 301-495-4484
800 #: 877-226-4267
e-mail: NIAMSinfo@mail.nih.gov
Home page: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info
- Pituitary Network Association (PNA)
P.O. Box 1958
Thousand Oaks CA 91358
Phone #: 805-499-9973
800 #: --
e-mail: pna@pituitary.org
Home page: http://www.pituitary.org,
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