Acromegaly
Acromegaly is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Drugs labeled for Acromegaly
4 medication ingredients list an association with acromegaly in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Acromegaly
The following symptoms have been associated with Acromegaly in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Acne
A skin condition in which there is an increase in sebum secretion by the pilosebaceous apparatus associated wi...
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Asthenia
A state characterized by a feeling of weakness and loss of strength leading to a generalized weakness of the b...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Excessive daytime somnolence
A state of abnormally strong desire for sleep during the daytime....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Joint swelling
Information about Joint swelling....
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by episodic attacks of headache and associated sympt...
Multinodular goiter
Enlargement of the thyroid gland related to multiple nodules in the thyroid gland....
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Night sweats
Occurrence of excessive sweating during sleep....
Palpebral edema
Edema in the region of the eyelids....
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
Tests used to investigate Acromegaly
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Acromegaly. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Growth Hormone Level Test
This blood test measures levels of Growth Hormon (GH, human growth hormone). It is used to determine growth ho...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acromegaly?
Acromegaly is a health condition described in medical literature. Acromegaly is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Acromegaly?
Acromegaly is associated with 17 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Acne, Anxiety, Arthralgia, Asthenia, Depression, Excessive daytime somnolence. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Acromegaly diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Acromegaly include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Growth Hormone Level Test, Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Acromegaly, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.