Gigantism :- 

Definition :-

 

• This is a condition in which a persons hieght will increase more than 7 feet , this condition usually occurs in childhood . 
• Usually this occurs when the growth of the bone occurs before fusion of epiphyseal plate .
• It is an endocrine disorder - as it is related pituitary gland .

NOTE :  Gigantism is different from Aromegaly .

Causes :- 

• Excessive production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland .
• Tumour causing increased secreation from pituitary gland
• Increased growth hormone releasing hormone ( which is a responsible factor for growt hormone increase ) .

Symptoms / Characteristics :-

• Increase in height 
• Probably there will be no increase in girth , however in some cases it may appear
• Gynacomastia
• hirutism - excessive hair growth on the body
• There may be some problems in vision
• There will be no protruding and broadning of the jaw 
• Moderate obesity
• Headaches 
• Frontal bossing 
• Release of breast milk 
• Thick and oily skin

Diagnosis :- 

• The diagnosis is same as that of acromegaly , by checking the level of gh in the blood  .

Treatment :-

• Removing of the tumour on the pituitary gland .
• Decreasing the levels of gh in the blood by using some medications 
• Radiation therapy .

Complications :-

• Increased size of organs like kidneys , heart and etc...
• Sleep apnea - sudden stoppage of breathing during sleep .
• Diabetes 
• High bp 
• Heart failure and etc....