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With acromegaly, what is done to block the growth hormone?
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A few options: Many people with acromegaly have a tumor of their pituitary gland, and thus benefit from surgery as part of their treatment. Medications to assist in the management are also available, either to help decrease the production of excess growth hormone (octreotide, for ex.) or to block its effects (pegvisomant). This can be a serious problem, and something one should see a specialist for.
Answered 5/15/2013
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What uncommon hormonal disorders (besides acromegaly & pituitary tumors) cause growth hormone overproduction? Do they add height in those over 30?
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Doc suggests hormone workup to see why height growing in late30s.Is acromegaly the concern or another hormone problem? What other symptoms might I see
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Doc said height gain after 30 always due to hormone issue. Can U please explain what that hormone issue is & other symptoms I'd see. Is it acromegaly?
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Docs stumped--please help. Has anyone had female patients growing inches taller in their late 30s? What was the cause? if hormonal, was it acromegaly?
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Is it possible for 36 YO F to have sudden growth spurt of several inches after no change in height for 14 yrs.? No acromegaly or other changes or symptoms. What can cause this? Maybe its just in my mind? Not sure of prior ht to compare measurements?
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