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Which condition can result if hypersecretion of growth hormone (GH) occurs after epiphyseal plate closure?

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Acromegaly

Step-by-step explanation:

Acromegaly is the disorder which results from the excess secretion of the growth hormone (GH) after growth plates have closed.

Initial symptom is enlargement of hands and feet.

Also, there may be enlargement of forehead, nose and jaw. Complications of disease include type sleep apnea, 2 diabetes, and also high blood pressure.

Acromegaly is caused usually by pituitary gland producing the excess growth hormone.

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