Acromegaly is Caused By

Question

Acromegaly is caused by
A) hypersecretion of ACTH
B) hyposecretion of ACTH
C) hypersecretion of growth hormone
D) hyposecretion of growth hormone

Accepted Answer

Acromegaly is caused by hypersecretion of growth hormone, usually due to a pituitary tumor. This leads to excessive growth of soft tissues in the body, as well as enlargement of bones and organs.