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Giantism and Dwarfism results from a malfunctioning what?
The Pituitary glands: The pituitary gland secretes growth hormones, which stimulates division of cartilage cells in the epiphyseal plates. In the absence of this hormone, the long bones of the limbs fail to develop normally and the child has pituitary dwarfism. He or she is very short but has normal body proportions. If excess growth hormone is released before the epiphyseal plates ossify, height may exceed 8 feet- a conditoin called pitutary gigantism. -Hole's Anatomy & Physiology p 201
What hormone is responsible for dwarfism and giantism?
somatotropin also know as growth hormoneundersecretion of somatotropin in children causes dwarfism.oversecretion of somatotropin in children causes gigantism
When was Giantism EP created?
Giantism EP was created in 1999.
What is a scientific name for dwarfism?
A common scientific name for dwarfism is "achondroplasia." This is a genetic disorder that affects bone growth and results in short stature.
What is the biochemical cause of dwarfism?
I think Dwarfism is mostly due to decreased secretion of growth hormone from the anterior pitutary.
Is hypopituitarism a type of dwarfism?
Hypopituitarism is a condition where the pituitary gland does not produce enough hormones. Dwarfism, on the other hand, refers to a condition where an individual is significantly shorter than average. While some cases of dwarfism can be caused by hypopituitarism, they are not the same thing.
Does The Great Khali have giantism?
Of course not ! He is A Sikh
Is dwarfism x or y linked?
it depends on which gender has dwarfism so if the women has dwarfism the she could have a baby that has dwarfism
Why did giant george grow so tall?
He had giantism
Why are midgets are short?
Midget is an outdated and offensive term used to describe individuals with dwarfism. Dwarfism is a medical condition that results in shorter stature due to genetic factors. It is not accurate or respectful to attribute a person's height solely to their condition.
How do you treat dwarfism?
There is no treatment for dwarfism. It is permanent.
Why is hornswoggle small?
Hornswoggle's size, which is smaller than the average adult, is due to a condition called dwarfism. Dwarfism is a genetic or medical condition that results in a person being significantly shorter than average.
