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What are the symptoms of acromegaly?
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Many: Adults do not gain height once the bones are completely mineralized, but the bones can grow in width. So wider hands or feet are classic symptoms. Facial bones may enlarge and lead to coarsening of facial features; the jaw may enlarge and protrude. People with acromegaly may also have headaches, diabetes, sleep apnea, heart problems, carpal tunnel, arthritis, & higher risk for cancer.
Answered 3/26/2017
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Aside from acromegaly are there any other endocrine disorders that would cause a 38 yr old to grow almost 3 inches out of blue w/ no other symptoms?
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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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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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