JIPMER Jipmer Medical Solved Paper-2012

  • question_answer
    Gigantism and acromegaly are due to

    A)  hypothyroidism 

    B)        hyperthyrofiism

    C)  hypopituitarism 

    D)        hyperpituitarism

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    Hypersecretion of Growth Hormone (GH) or Somatotropin Hormone (STH) from adeno-hypophysis of pituitary gland causes gigantism in children and acromegaly in adulthood. Gigantism involves excessive growth (lengthening) of bones with enlargement of internal organs as well. Acromegaly causes abnormal thickening of bones (due to ossification of periosteum) especially at face and margins of hand and feet.


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