Which Disorder Is Characterized by the Overproduction of Growth Hormone

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which disorder is characterized by the overproduction of growth hormone in an adult?

• A) acromegaly
• B) diabetes mellitus
• C) pituitary dwarfism
• D) simple goiter
• E) none of these

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