Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Delayed puberty screening
Introduction
Overview
Overview
According to the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), screening for delayed puberty is not recommended.
Screening
Screening
- According to the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), screening for delayed puberty is not recommended.
- Although there are not any recommended screening protocols to screen children with a delayed puberty, short stature and a poor growth rhythm at the beginning of secondary school entry should warrant review by a family practitioner.[1]
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