## ACROMEGALY Acromegaly is s medical condition which is caused by a hormonal disorder that occurs when the pituitary gland secretes excess growth hormone during the adulthood of an individual. During the occurrence of.this hormonal disorder, there is usually an abnormal increase in size of the body parts such as bonds, hands, feet, face etc. This condition in adult is called **Acromegaly** but when it occurs in children, it is called **gigantism**. ![IMG_20210918_220019.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmSfntv6Zbt5z7ZDdtVwDRL3LU5LVA2L1aCoz479h8W9aj/IMG_20210918_220019.jpg) ## SYMPTOMS OF ACROMEGALY • Problems of sight. • Abnormal increase in size of hands and feet. • Enlarged bones. • Enlarged tongue. • Fatigue and tiredness. • Enlarged internal organs such as heart, kidneys, liver, spleen. • Sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction. ## PROMINENT PEOPLE WHO HAVE ACROMEGALY ##### 1. Great Khali Great Khali is a WWE wrestler who also has this medical condition, Acromegaly. Below is a picture of who he is and what he looks like. ![IMG_20210918_220125.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmTw8BwooERr2tvuJhAZ85eJ6q2UUkqCLmY8GXu68PLo5X/IMG_20210918_220125.jpg) [Great Khaki](https://www.google.com/search?q=acromegaly&tbm=isch&hl=en-GB&chips=q:acromegaly,g_1:famous:X-Ql868VOs0%3D&client=ms-android-xiaomi-rev1&prmd=invx&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiiot6WtYnzAhUZahoKHQpPB0EQ4lYoAXoECAEQBg&biw=491&bih=956#imgrc=du2OiVNHYszI7M&imgdii=UQmB5OBGtReEvM) ##### 2. Andre The Giant This was another WWE wrestler who also had this hormonal disorder known as Acromegaly. Below is a picture of him. ![IMG_20210918_220251.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmUxdcYG8NQtipwneL84FhcR1YpqtQZwsQ1CKNiswsdGas/IMG_20210918_220251.jpg) [Andre the Giant](https://www.google.com/search?q=acromegaly&tbm=isch&hl=en-GB&chips=q:acromegaly,g_1:famous:X-Ql868VOs0%3D&client=ms-android-xiaomi-rev1&prmd=invx&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiiot6WtYnzAhUZahoKHQpPB0EQ4lYoAXoECAEQBg&biw=491&bih=956#imgrc=du2OiVNHYszI7M&imgdii=UQmB5OBGtReEvM) ## CAUSAL FACTORS OF ACROMEGALY • Excess release of growth hormones. • Abnormal function of the pituitary gland. • Pituitary tumors. ![IMG_20210918_223847.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmc6bnCZ2PUcVQgUodb6n195fP72zi8F98hVR3gqDuD36t/IMG_20210918_223847.jpg) [Source](https://www.google.com/search?q=acromegaly&tbm=isch&hl=en-GB&chips=q:acromegaly%2Cg_1:growth%20hormone:BUEFOdlSHTg%3D&tbs=il:cl&client=ms-android-xiaomi-rev1&prmd=invx&sa=X&ved=0CAAQ1vwEahcKEwjA1qyjvYnzAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAw&biw=491&bih=956) ## RISK FACTORS OF ACROMEGALY I. Diabetes mellitus can be developed. II. The individual may be prone to cardiovascular diseases. III. Eyesight problems. IV. Risk of developing cancer. ## TREATMENTS FOR ACROMEGALY • Drugs • Medical surgery • Growth hormone inhibitor • Radiation therapy ## CONCLUSION In conclusion, acromegaly has features in which when seen can be detected. Acromegaly usually occurs due to a hormone disorder which can be as a result of different factors ranging from genetics to pituitary disorder. Acromegaly can be medically treated if detected on time and the right processes are being carried out. It leads to enlargement of most body parts which is quite abnormal. It occurs mostly in adults but referred to as **gigantism** In children. Special thanks to: @whitestallion @campusconnect @alphafx