Patient's question:
Is breast development in a 9-year-old girl considered precocious? A while ago, when I accidentally touched her breasts, she even shouted that it hurt. Is it considered precocious puberty? What is the most normal time for it?Doctor's answer:
Hello. Let's analyze the situation based on your description. Generally speaking, girls who develop secondary sexual characteristics before the age of 8 are considered to have precocious puberty. Typically, girls enter puberty between the ages of 10 and 12. It is recommended to maintain a balanced diet with a reasonable mix of meat and vegetables. Also, arrange work and sleep schedules appropriately. The earliest breast pain in girls usually occurs between the ages of 9 and 13. When a girl's breasts begin to develop, there may be mild pain. After the first menstrual period, as the breasts mature, swelling and pain will naturally subside. At this stage, you may feel slightly hardened lumps under the nipple and areola, with unclear boundaries and a slightly painful texture, resembling a peanut-sized broad bean. As you grow older, the lumps gradually become larger, softer, and spread diffusely. Your child is not too young, so don't worry too much.