Patient's question:
My daughter is 8 years old. Since July, I have noticed slight protrusion in her breasts, which should be considered early development. I would like to ask if there are any measures to address this situation, such as paying special attention to certain aspects? Thank you!What kind of help I am looking for: I hope to minimize the use of medication and see if dietary changes can help control it as much as possible. Because I feel that if her period comes, her height will not increase significantly anymore. I am afraid it will affect her studies and worry that she may not grow tall enough.
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, as long as the child is of this age and shows signs of early intelligence and accelerated growth and development again, it proves to be due to sufficient nutrition or obesity. To prevent such problems from happening again, dietary intake should be controlled, and the digestion of trace elements and vitamins should be enhanced, along with increasing physical activity. Only in this way can the aforementioned problems be prevented from recurring. It is important to pay attention to regular exercise and maintain smooth bowel movements to prevent stomach issues. Maintain a regular schedule and promote fat metabolism. Avoid eating meat/ snacks and focus on consuming more fruits and vegetables.