Question
If there is a suspicion of early puberty in a child, the bone age examination results are normal, but different hospitals suggest undergoing a gonadotropin stimulation test or gonadal axis examination. Are these two tests the same?
Answer
Hello, for the diagnosis and treatment of early puberty, it is recommended to visit a professional Grade A hospital’s department of gynecology for a detailed examination. Although the gonadotropin stimulation test and gonadal axis examination have similar purposes, the specific content and focus of the examination may differ. The diagnosis of early puberty typically includes bone age assessment, sexual hormone six-item tests, as well as ultrasound, CT, and other imaging examinations. Early puberty can be caused by various reasons, and its harm lies in potentially leading to a child’s final height being lower than the normal level. The treatment plan should be formulated based on the specific cause and carried out under the guidance of a professional physician. Please note that related examinations and treatments are usually available from Monday to Saturday.