Question
In Taiwan, girls are considered to have precocious puberty if they experience the development of sexual organs before the age of 8, and boys before the age of 9. If a child shows signs of precocious puberty, what tests should be conducted to confirm the diagnosis? Besides providing age-appropriate sex education, what other necessary nursing and treatment measures are required for children with precocious puberty?
Answer
The ideal treatment for precocious puberty is to provide therapy based on the confirmed cause. For children diagnosed with precocious puberty, in addition to regular sex hygiene education, psychological care is also necessary, along with actively adopting effective treatment methods. These may include medication, hormone therapy, or surgical treatment, with the specific therapy determined based on individual circumstances. Moreover, parents and medical professionals should closely monitor the child’s growth and adjust the treatment plan accordingly.