Question

which of the following conditions develops from an overproduction of growth hormone in a child?
a dwarfism
b congenital hypothyroidism
c acromegaly
d gigantism

Explanation:

• Dwarfism: Caused by under - production of growth hormone.
• Congenital hypothyroidism: Due to under - active thyroid gland (not related to growth hormone over - production).
• Acromegaly: Occurs in adults when there is over - production of growth hormone (after the epiphyseal plates have closed).
• Gigantism: Happens in children when there is over - production of growth hormone (before the epiphyseal plates have closed), leading to excessive linear growth.

Answer:

D. gigantism