Oct 22, 2025 · Acromegaly is usually caused by a noncancerous, also called benign, pituitary tumor. It leads to enlarged hands, feet and facial features, joint pain, and serious …

Oct 22, 2025 · Acromegaly is not always curable, but treatment can often control the disease. The goal of treatment is to improve symptoms, prevent complications, and bring growth hormone …

Dec 18, 2025 · The potential link between acromegaly and risk of acute ischemic stroke in patients with pituitary adenoma: A new perspective. Acta Neurologica Belgica. 2024; …

Jun 26, 2025 · Acromegaly is usually caused by a noncancerous, also called benign, pituitary tumor. It leads to enlarged hands, feet and facial features, joint pain, and serious …

May 17, 2025 · Removing even part of the tumor helps other therapies work better. Treat pituitary apoplexy, an emergency in which the pituitary tumor suddenly bleeds heavily or the blood flow …

Oct 22, 2025 · Mayo Clinic experts from a wide variety of specialties work together to confirm the diagnosis of acromegaly, evaluate your symptoms and set up a treatment plan.

Oct 22, 2025 · Research Mayo Clinic doctors and researchers are studying a variety of diagnostic and treatment topics associated with acromegaly. The pituitary, gonad and adrenal research …

ضخامة النهايات هي حالة هرمونية نادرة تصيب البالغين وتسبب تضخمًا في العظام وبعض الأعضاء والأنسجة الأخرى. تحفز هذه التغيرات الغدة النخامية، وهي غدة دماغية صغيرة، من خلال إفراز كميات هائلة من هرمون النمو (GH). تؤدي زيادة ...

Symptoms of acromegaly include an enlarged face and hands. Facial changes may include a more prominent brow and lower jaw, along with a larger nose and lips.

Jun 26, 2025 · The prognosis for acromegaly depends on how early the condition is diagnosed and how well the treatment controls hormone levels. Surgery used to completely remove small …