What happens if there is excess secretion of growth hormone in adults especially in middle age?

What happens if there is excess secretion of growth hormone in adults especially in middle age?
  1. Dwarfism
  2. Ovulation of mature follicles
  3. Acromegaly
  4. Spermatogenesis

Solution

Excess secretion of growth hormone in adults especially in middle age can result in severe disfigurement (especially of the face) called Acromegaly, which may lead to serious complications and premature death if unchecked.

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