What causes the following symptom: "Hands and feet became larger"?

Generally, the symptom "Hands and feet became larger" can be related to: Acromegaly

Which other symptoms can occur along with the following symptom: "Hands and feet became larger"?

The symptom "Hands and feet became larger" can occur along with the following: (1) Increase the size of my hands. (2) Enlargement of the hands/feet

Hands and Feet Became Larger

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Hidetaka Hamasaki, MD (Endocrinology)

Dr. Hamasaki graduated from the Hiroshima University School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Medicine, Jichi Medical University. He completed his residency at the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and the Department of Internal Medicine, Kohnodai Hospital, National Center for Global Health and Medicine. He has served in the National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and Kohnodai Hospital and joined Hamasaki Clinic in April 2017. Dr. Hamasaki specializes in diabetes and treats a wide range of internal medicine and endocrine disorders.

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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023

About the symptom

Both hands and feet grow bigger progressively, leading to abnormally large hands and feet.

When to see a doctor

Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms

Hands and feet became larger

Possible causes

Acromegaly
A condition caused by abnormally high levels of growth hormone in the blood. It is usually caused by benign (non-cancerous) tumors in the brain.

Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom

Have your hands or feet become larger recently (e.g. unable to fit into shoes or rings)
Do you have a sore throat?
Do you have any chest pain?
Do you have nasal congestion?
Do you have a fever?