Treatment Options
Treatment options for acromegaly include surgical removal of the adenoma, radiotherapy, or pharmacological reduction of growth hormone (GH) levels by dopamine agonists or somatostatin analogs. Whether such treatment can truly cure acromegaly is debatable. Learn more about the different options you have below.
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Prescription Details
Learn about what prescriptions are available to treat Acromegaly, costs involved and resources available.
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Surgery
Transsphenoidal Endoscopic Surgery is the most common surgery used to remove pituitary tumors.
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Radiation Therapy
Learn about radiation therapy, what is involved and when and why it is necessary to treat Acromegaly.
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials help introduce new treatment options which help bring awareness and improve quality of life.
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Mental Health
Learn how Acromegaly can impact patients and caregivers and what options are available to support mental health.
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Pain Management
Many patients live in pain on a daily basis. Some more than others. Learn how you can manage your pain and what your options are.
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Pain Behavioral Programs
Behavioral programs and techniques help reduce pain and stress which can directly relate to pain.
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Posture
Good posture can provide support for already existing chronic back pains.
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Stretching & Exercise
Stretching and exercise also release endorphins that help to reduce pain and enhance your mood.