Coloured X-ray (side view) of the skull of a 43 year old patient, showing acromegaly. Acromegaly, a growth disorder caused by excessive growth hormone

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Coloured X-ray (side view) of the skull of a 43 year old patient, showing acromegaly. Acromegaly, a growth disorder caused by excessive growth hormone, leads to uncontrolled enlargement of hands, feet, a jutting out jaw and lengthened facial features.

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