Patient's question:
My daughter is 8 and a half years old. Last year, it was discovered that her breasts had developed a bit. However, this year her breasts have become larger, and compared to her peers, her breasts are quite noticeable. She went to the hospital, and I would like to ask if there are any other solutions. What kind of impact will early development have on her future physical health?Doctor's answer:
The term precocious puberty refers to the occurrence of sexual development earlier than expected. The main manifestations include increased bone age, development of external genitalia, breast development, and the appearance of secondary sexual characteristics. Early development and early termination, although the onset is later than that of children, result in a short final height due to early cessation of growth. Therefore, you need to go to the hospital. You can measure the current infant's bone age and height. As long as the bone age is consistent with the current age and there is no impact on height, it should be a minor issue.