Gigantism
Published on Nov 18, 2015
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
To much growth hormone is produced during childhood.
CAUSED BY OVERPRODUCTION OF GROUTH
And also be caused by a tumor in the pituitry gland.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
- Very tall height
- Delayed sexual maturity
- Thick facail bones
- Thick skin
- Weakness and vision problems
Some doctors my ask to do blood test to measure the levels of GH. An insuline like factor called IGF-1 hormones production from the liver. Or others like oral glucose and tolerance test.
Treatment
Includes medication to reduce GH levels, radiation therapy, and surgery to remove the tumor
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80 percent of gigantism cases are cured with surgery. medications can be used to reduce your child’s symptoms and allow him or her to live a long and fulfilling life. If the tumor returns after surgery
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