Question
The 7-year-old girl has discovered lumps in her breasts and her bone age has been measured at 9 years, suggesting precocious puberty. What should be paid attention to in her diet?
Answer
For a 7-year-old girl suspected of having precocious puberty, it is recommended to keep a detailed medical history, including the development of sexual characteristics, vaginal bleeding conditions, and any use of endocrine-related medications. Radioimmunoassay can be used to measure follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) in the blood to differentiate between true and false precocious puberty. If adrenal cortical disease is suspected, a retroperitoneal pneumography examination can be performed. Additionally, a frontal and lateral skull radiograph can help rule out diseases such as tumors.