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To explain: The effects of acromegaly in Person C.M.
Concept introduction: Growth hormone (GH) is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland. It stimulates the movement of amino acids into the cells and the incorporation of these amino acids into protein. Thus, it promotes the growth of the overall tissue and organ.
To determine: The duration of time, in which the adenoma was likely to be present.
Concept introduction: Adenoma is the term derived from the word ‘adeno-’ that refers to a gland. An adenoma is a malignant tumor that initiates in the glandular cells of epithelial tissue that line glands, skin, and organ cavities. It affects many organs in the body as epithelial and glandular tissues widely occur.

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