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Precocious puberty medical therapy
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Medical Therapy
Medical Therapy
Treatments of precocious puberty depend on the cause.
- Treating the underlying cause or disease, such as a tumor, or disorders of the testicles, ovaries, or adrenal glands.
- Medications: The goal of medications is to help stop puberty until the child is closer to the normal time for sexual development.
- Psychosocial support: Appropriate psychosocial support for the child and family is important. Give your child a simple, truthful explanation about what’s happening. Prevent emotional problems, such as loss of interest in daily activitiesand depression from affecting your child.
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