Biology
Rajesh, an adult person, was suffering from a hormonal disorder which is caused due to oversecretion of growth hormone. He developed an excessive growth of bones in the face, hands, and feet. Which of the following options is the correct disorder and gland that over-secretes the hormone mentioned above ?
- Acromegaly and Posterior Pituitary
- Gigantism and Posterior Pituitary
- Gigantism and Anterior Pituitary
- Acromegaly and Anterior Pituitary
Endocrine System
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Answer
Acromegaly and Anterior Pituitary
Reason
Acromegaly is caused by the oversecretion of growth hormone in adults. Growth hormone is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
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