10 Symptoms of a Pituitary Tumor
Symptom #5: Symptoms of Gigantism
Gigantism is a condition caused by the overproduction of growth hormone. This can occur when there is a pituitary tumor that leads to the production of excessive levels of growth hormone in those who are still growing.
This means that it occurs before the fusion of the growth plate. Growth plate fusion usually begins after puberty. Individuals affected by gigantism have excessive height and growth that is significantly above average. This results in individuals reaching 7 to 9 feet (2.1 to 2.7 meters) in height.
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