hyperpituitarism

Noun
  1. Excessive activity of the pituitary gland (especially overactivity of the anterior lobe which leads to excess secretion of growth hormone) (synset 114100936)
    is a type of: adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder - a disorder of the glands of the body
    is a part of:
    • giantism, gigantism, overgrowth - excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland
    • acromegalia, acromegaly - enlargement of bones of hands and feet and face; often accompanied by headache and muscle pain and emotional disturbances; caused by overproduction of growth hormone by the anterior pituitary gland (due to a tumor)

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