Acromegalic

/ækroʊməˈɡælɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or affected by acromegaly; showing symptoms of excessive growth in extremities due to growth hormone disorder.

Etymology

From acromegaly + the suffix '-ic'. This adjective describes individuals or conditions characterized by the extremity-enlargement symptoms of the disease.

Kelly Says

When doctors describe someone as acromegalic, they're seeing a walking medical history—the condition leaves unmistakable marks on a person's features for life!

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