acromegalia

Noun

A disease marked by progressive enlargement of the hands, feet, and face, caused by overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland.

ریشه

Derived from the Greek words 'akros' meaning 'extreme' or 'extremities' and 'megas' meaning 'large'.

مثال

• He was diagnosed with acromegalia.
• Acromegalia is a rare condition.
• The symptoms of acromegalia include enlarged hands and feet.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Diagnosed with acromegalia Symptoms of acromegalia Acromegalia condition