Which of the following conditions is characterized by an enlargement of the bones of the head and extremities in adults?
A)dwarfism
B)cretinism
C)acromegaly
D)gigantism

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Acromegaly is a condition caused by an excess of growth hormone in adults, resulting in the enlargement of bones, particularly in the head and extremities. It is different from gigantism, which occurs in children and causes excessive growth in all bones. Dwarfism and cretinism are conditions of stunted growth and development, not enlargement.

Which of the Following Conditions Is Characterized by an Enlargement