Precocious Puberty
Precocious puberty is the appearance of secondary sexual characteristics earlier than expected. It warrants evaluation to identify the cause and consider treatment to protect adult height and address psychological concerns.
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Evaluation
- Bone age X-ray
- Hormonal testing (LH, FSH, estradiol, testosterone)
- Brain MRI in central precocious puberty
Treatment
- GnRH analogs (leuprolide) to pause central puberty
- Treat underlying cause if peripheral
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References
- Pediatric Endocrine Society. Puberty Resources.