5 Facts you should know about

Acromegaly

A disorder that results from excess growth hormone (GH) after the growth plates have closed

The initial symptom is typically enlargement of the hands and feet

There may also be an enlargement of the forehead, jaw, and nose

Other symptoms may include joint pain, thicker skin, deepening of the voice, headaches, and problems with vision

Complications of the disease may include type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure

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