Acromegaly Support Group

Acromegaly (from Greek akros "high" and megas "large" - extremities enlargement) is a hormonal disorder that results when the pituitary gland produces excess growth hormone (hGH). Acromegaly most commonly affects middle-aged adults and can result in serious illness and premature death. Join the group to discuss symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.

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oituitary adenoma and white matter disease

UlrikeCT
UlrikeCT
Hi!
Is there a connection? I have a macro pituitary adenoma and brain white matter disease.
Thank you
Ulrike
Trys
Trys
It's not a development that I've read about, but there again I'm not expert.

Is there a connection between sleep apnoea and brain white matter disease though? Many people with acromegaly have sleep apnoea.

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