Question
What are the dangers of pediatric precocious puberty? How should we correctly guide the child?
Answer
Pediatric precocious puberty may be caused by the secretion of substances similar to sex hormones by internal tumors. These substances can lead to the development of the gonads, especially when the tumor is small. Precocious puberty can cause rapid growth, leading to early closure of the growth plates, shortening the growth cycle, and ultimately resulting in a height lower than that of normal peers. Although the child’s sexual organs may have matured, their psychological and intellectual development still matches that of their age group, which may cause psychological distress for an immature child.