Question

when hypersecretion of gh occurs after puberty, overgrowth of the bones of the face, hands, and feet results in a disorder known as acromegaly. in what age is this often seen in?
a 25 to 30
b 50 and over
c 30 to 40 years
d 15 to 20 years

Explanation:

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone (GH) after puberty. It often affects adults in the 30 - 40 years age range. This is because after puberty, the growth plates in the bones have closed, so excessive GH leads to the thickening and enlargement of bones in the face, hands, and feet rather than overall height increase.

Answer:

C. 30 to 40 years