Gigantism
Gigantism is a condition that can be caused by abnormally high levels of human growth hormone (GH) during childhood. The excess GH is usually produced by a tumour in the pituitary gland. High GH levels cause an affected child to grow extremely tall.
The effects of gigantism can be prevented with medication if the condition is discovered early.
| Author: | Douglas Dana Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: December 1, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine David C.W. Lau, MD, PhD, FRCPC - Endocrinology & Metabolism | |
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