Question
A nine-year-old girl, 140 cm tall and weighing 43 kg, began to develop breasts since she was eight years old. Over the past year, her weight has increased, her breasts have developed rapidly, and her height has also increased quickly. The parents are worried whether it is precocious puberty and seek treatment advice.
Answer
Precocious puberty is a common endocrine disorder in children, specifically referring to girls who show secondary sexual characteristics before the age of eight, and boys before the age of nine and a half. Children with precocious puberty often experience rapid growth in height and weight. According to the description, the girl indeed shows signs of precocious puberty. It is recommended to undergo endocrine hormone tests, avoid consuming hormone-containing foods and medications, and exclude possible triggers. Medication treatment may be adopted if necessary. At the same time, it is advised to avoid consuming soybeans, honey, royal jelly, etc., which contain bioestrogens and androgens, as these may promote precocious puberty.