Is My Child Early to Puberty?

Question

Last year, my child began to develop, and now they have obvious breast development and an increase in darker pubic hair. At ten years and three months old, does this qualify as precocious puberty? What department should I consult? What kind of examinations are needed? Is it harmful to the body? Will early puberty affect height?

Answer

If a girl develops before the age of eight or a boy before the age of nine, it may be considered precocious puberty. Tests such as sexual hormones, bone age, and growth hormone levels can be used to determine this. For children with precocious puberty, in addition to providing sex education, psychological care is also necessary, along with active and effective treatment. The most ideal treatment method is to treat the cause based on an accurate diagnosis.