Difference between Acromegaly and Acromegalia

What is the difference between Acromegaly and Acromegalia?

Acromegaly as a noun is a chronic disease marked by enlargement of the bones of the extremities, face, and jaw that is caused by over-activity of the pituitary gland. while Acromegalia as a noun is an alternative name for the disease acromegaly.

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