Patient's question:
My son is only 12 years old this year, and he is taller than his peers. While taking a bath, I accidentally noticed that he started growing a little hair in his pubic area and also began to have some facial hair. Is this precocious development? He hasn't been eating anything unusual, and I want to ask if this is precocious puberty!What kind of help do I need: What causes precocious puberty in children!
Doctor's answer:
Hello! The factors that contribute to precocious puberty in children include: genetic factors, endocrine diseases, nutritional factors, the effects of medications, psychological factors, and environmental factors. In modern society, the main factor is the excessive intake of hormones. To improve precocious puberty in children, dietary habits should be adjusted. With improved nutrition, the incidence of diseases can be reduced, and the consumption of hormone-containing foods should be minimized. Many vegetables and poultry products today contain high levels of hormones. When these sex hormones indirectly enter the human body, they can lead to precocious puberty in children. Avoid eating out-of-season fruits and vegetables.