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excessive largeness of stature
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a rare medical condition characterized by excessive growth and height due to an overproduction of growth hormone during childhood and adolescence
- Gigantism is caused by a tumor in the pituitary gland that produces too much growth hormone.
- The basketball player's height was due to gigantism, a condition diagnosed in his early teens.
- Treatment for gigantism often involves surgery or medication to reduce the production of growth hormone.
- Gigantism can lead to complications such as joint pain and cardiovascular problems.
- Early detection and management of gigantism are crucial to prevent irreversible effects on health.
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