Dual control
The 2 sides of acromegaly
Managing acromegaly has 2 key parts: what’s happening inside your body and how you feel.
Biochemical control
Biochemical control means getting your growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) levels back to normal.
Symptom control
Symptom control means managing the things you feel—like headaches, joint pain, and tiredness.
“Controlling acromegaly isn’t just about the numbers—it’s about how I feel.”
Wendy
Living with acromegaly.
Control is more than just a number
Controlling extra growth hormone and IGF-1 levels is key to managing acromegaly. It helps prevent serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes.
But even if the numbers look good, you may still struggle with pain, fatigue, and other symptoms that make life hard.
Wendy, living with acromegaly.
Numbers matter. But so do you
A treatment approach that combines both biochemical and symptom control is key to managing acromegaly. If you’re still experiencing symptoms, it might be time to reassess how well your treatment is working for you.
Get an acromegaly reality check
Answer a few quick questions to find out how well your acromegaly is managed.
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Which of the following best describes your current IGF-1 level?
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How intense have your acromegaly symptoms felt over the past month?
Drag the sliders to best describe the intensity of each symptom.
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What are the top challenges you face living with acromegaly?
Select all that apply.
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Find your balance in managing acromegaly.
What’s next?
The Acromegaly Reality Discussion Guide can help you take charge of your health by helping you talk to your doctor about your IGF-1 level, symptoms, and treatment options. Download the guide and take control of your health.
Get the 101 on IGF-1
IGF-1 level is an important part of your acromegaly story, but it’s not always easy to understand. Knowing what your level means could help you navigate your next steps with confidence.
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Tony, living with acromegaly.