Which Department Should I Take My Early-Puberty Child to See?

Question

My daughter is 12 years old this year, and her growth and development are faster than that of most children. Recently, I’ve noticed that her chest has almost reached mine, and she seems reluctant to talk about certain things with me. I’m worried she might have early puberty and want to take her to see a doctor. Which department should I take her to for this condition?

Answer

Girls around the age of 11 may experience a second phase of growth and development of secondary sexual characteristics due to changes in hormone levels, which could be a normal physiological change and there’s no need to worry too much. It is recommended to take your child to the endocrinology department of the hospital for examination and diagnosis, and make necessary adjustments based on the examination results. The symptoms of early puberty are not so simple to diagnose and require the evaluation of a professional doctor.