Acromegaly: Etiology and Pathophysiology
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Which gland is primarily involved in the etiology of acromegaly?

  • Thyroid gland
  • Pancreas
  • Pituitary gland (correct)
  • Adrenal gland
  • What is a common manifestation of acromegaly?

  • Short stature
  • Delayed puberty
  • Enlarged cranium and lower jaw (correct)
  • Weight loss
  • Which of the following might accompany speech difficulties in acromegaly?

  • Shrinking of the tongue
  • Reduced jaw size
  • Narrowing of the vocal cords
  • Enlarged tongue (correct)
  • What happens to the hands and feet in acromegaly?

    <p>They develop a tufted appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do joints typically respond in acromegaly?

    <p>They hypertrophy and become painful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average delay between initial onset of signs and symptoms to final diagnosis of acromegaly?

    <p>7 to 9 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of acromegaly?

    <p>Idiopathic hyperplasia of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common manifestation of acromegaly?

    <p>Decreased heart size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the voice typically change in acromegaly?

    <p>It deepens due to hypertrophy of the vocal cords</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of muscle changes in acromegaly?

    <p>Muscle weakness usually develops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the fingertips typically appear in acromegaly?

    <p>They develop a tufted or clubbed appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ does NOT enlarge in acromegaly?

    <p>Lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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