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A 21-year-old female asked:
Is it possible to treat the facial disfigurement in acromegaly if at an early stage? will the treatment make face become normal?
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Dr. David Sneidanswered
Endocrinology 43 years experience
If the abnormal: Growth hormone levels are normalized, much of the early changes can return toward normal, or even resolve totally. Check w/your doctor.
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Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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