Asked by Tirumalesh Rasuri on May 02, 2024

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The condition that results when there is an increased production of human growth hormone in an adult is termed

A) Cushing syndrome.
B) Addison disease.
C) gigantism.
D) dwarfism.
E) acromegaly.

Human Growth Hormone

A peptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration in humans.

Acromegaly

Condition caused by an overproduction of growth hormones as an adult.

  • Ascertain the outcomes of hormonal disorders and imbalances.
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Zybrea KnightMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
When there is an increased production of human growth hormone in an adult, it results in acromegaly. Gigantism is the result of excessive human growth hormone production in children and adolescents, not adults. Cushing syndrome and Addison disease are caused by problems with the adrenal gland, not the pituitary gland responsible for human growth hormone production. Dwarfism is caused by growth hormone deficiency.