Gigantism
Acromegaly is a condition characterized by the enlargement of the hands, feet, and facial features due to the overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland in adults. This is usually caused by a noncancerous tumor in the pituitary gland.
Marfan's syndrome is characterized by acromegaly (abnormal enlargement of the hands and feet after puberty)Acromegaly is the name of the condition resulting from too much growth hormone release in adulthood. It results in abnormal growth of the bones and pronounced soft tissue. This results in a fairly proto-typical appearance of a large, bulging forehead, prominent cheekbones, a pronounced mandibular line and abnormally large hands and feet, in addition to other abnormalities. The vast majority of people with acromegaly are found to have a growth hormone secreting pituitary adenoma.
This condition is characterized by all the firms in an industry producing a standardized product.
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pituitary gland
The suffix for hyperthyroidism is "-ism." In medical terminology, "-ism" indicates a condition or disease. Therefore, hyperthyroidism refers to a condition characterized by an overactive thyroid gland producing excess thyroid hormones.
The pituitary gland is also known as the hypophysis gland.
The front lobe of the pituitary gland is called the anterior pituitary or adenohypophysis. It is responsible for producing and releasing various hormones that regulate many physiological processes in the body.
the pituitary glands
If your TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) level is high, it typically indicates that the pituitary gland is producing more TSH in response to low levels of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) in the blood. This condition is often a sign of hypothyroidism, where the thyroid gland is underactive and not producing enough hormones. Elevated TSH levels can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and sensitivity to cold. It's important to consult with a healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.
pathogenesis
The pituitary gland is known as the "master gland" because it regulates the functions of other endocrine glands in the body by producing and releasing hormones. It is located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus.