Acromegaly is usually diagnosed in adults aged 30 to 50, but it can affect people of any age. When it develops before the end of puberty, it's known as "
How long does it take to get acromegaly?
You can get acromegaly when the pituitary gland produces more amount of growth hormones than normal for the age. Acromegaly typically happens between 30-50 years of age. It is a slowly progressive condition. It usually takes many years before the signs and symptoms appear and the condition is diagnosed.
What is the average age of diagnosis for acromegaly?
The average age at diagnosis is 40-45 years, but acromegaly can develop at any age. Because symptoms and signs are not always obvious, the diagnosis is usually delayed 10-15 years after the condition's development.
