Sultan Kösen

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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1. When was Sultan Kösen born?December 10, 1982
2. Where was Sultan Kösen born?Mardin, Turkey
3. What is Sultan Kösen known for?Holding the Guinness World Record for the tallest living male
4. How tall is Sultan Kösen?251 cm (8 ft 2.82 in)
5. What was Sultan Kösen's job?Farmer
6. What is the medical conditions?Gigantism and acromegaly caused by a pituitary gland tumor

Gigantism: A condition characterized by excessive growth and height significantly above average, typically resulting from overproduction of growth hormone during childhood or adolescence.
Acromegaly: A hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone in adulthood, leading to the enlargement of bones and tissues.
Pituitary Gland: A small, pea-sized endocrine gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones regulating growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
Endocrine System: The network of glands that produce and secrete hormones, which regulate various bodily functions including growth, metabolism, and mood.