What is precocious puberty?
Also known as: Early puberty, accelerated puberty
Puberty is the beginning of sexual maturation and the ability to reproduce. Precocious puberty is the earlier than normal presence of the signs of puberty (before 8 years of age in girls, and before 9 years in boys).
Signs of early puberty:
- Development of breasts
- Increased growth of testes and penis
- Pubic hair
- Underarm hair
- Facial hair (in boys)
- Body odor
- Menstrual bleeding
- Acne
- Deepening voice in boys
- Mood swings
- Increased growth rate.
Reviewed by: Jack Wolfsdorf, MD, FAAP
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