Question
A 7-year-old boy, 125cm tall, weighing 48 pounds, frequently touches his penis in bed, causing erections. He also engages in this behavior sometimes during the day. Is this a sign of precocious puberty? Will it affect his growth in height? How should it be treated?
Answer
This behavior is typically harmless and does not lead to precocious puberty. However, if he is under one year old, he should not drink soy milk. It is recommended to undergo hormone tests, pituitary MRI, bone age examination, and genital ultrasound to further determine the treatment plan.