Question
A six-year-old girl has recently been complaining frequently about swelling and pain in her breast area. Upon observation by her parents, it was found that there are signs of breast development. The girl has a habit of drinking milk, and her parents suspect this may be related. How should one handle the appearance of early puberty in a six-year-old girl?
Answer
The causes of early puberty are diverse, and they can be divided into two main categories: true and false. True early puberty is accompanied by ovulation, menstrual cycles, and fertility, also known as complete early puberty; false early puberty does not have ovulatory phenomena, but premature development of secondary sexual characteristics, known as incomplete early puberty. First, it is important to determine the specific cause and check hormone levels. If the condition is severe, medication adjustment may be necessary. In terms of diet, it should be avoided to eat out-of-season vegetables and fruits, as well as fried foods, as excessive calories may be converted into excess fat, leading to endocrine disorders.