The condition caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone in adults is:

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Acromegaly results from overproduction of growth hormone after the epiphyseal plates have fused, causing enlargement of hands, feet, jaw, and facial features. Gigantism occurs when excess GH is produced during childhood, leading to tall stature. Dwarfism is GH deficiency, cretinism is congenital hypothyroidism.

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