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acromegaly. abnormal enlargement of the extremities of the skeleton due to overgrowth of connective tissue and increased appositional growth of bone caused by hypersecretion of growth hormone (GH) from the pituitary gland in adults. (Marie's disease), a condition caused by hyperfunction of the pituitary gland in adults. Characterized by enlargement of the skeletal extremities, including the feet, hands, mandible, and nose. Acromegaly.
Acromegaly is a rare disease typically caused by a noncancerous tumor in the pituitary gland. Acromegaly is caused by the excess secretion of growth hormone (GH). It can cause noticeable changes in your appearance, such as enlarged hands, feet, and facial features, and increased spaces between teeth. It also can affect your metabolism.