What to Do If a 7.5-Year-Old Girl Suspects She Has Precocious Puberty

Question

My daughter is 8 years old and has had a swelling in her breasts for about half a year. In July, she was diagnosed with focal breast hyperplasia at the Siping Maternity and Child Hospital, and was prescribed oral medication, such as Xijuhua Capsules and Sanjie Rugai Cream for external application. After one month of medication, there was no significant effect. The test results at the Central Hospital were normal, and they said it was pseudo-precocious puberty. Later, they added Ruxue Xiaopai Tablets, and after taking them for a period of time, the swelling reduced significantly, leaving only a little bit. Now, both breasts have lumps resembling the size of a wine cup. What should I do in this situation? Thank you!

Answer

The child may be developing prematurely, and it’s important to seek medical attention promptly. The lump in the chest isn’t a solid mass; it won’t be as large as it is now as the child matures. This is related to growth hormones, and the lump is caused by breast gland hyperplasia. The lump will gradually disappear as the child matures. There are many causes of pediatric endocrine diseases, and if a child is diagnosed with a pediatric endocrine disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for active treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should also pay attention not to let their children develop the habit of picky eating.