precocious pseudopuberty

Precocious puberty is the abnormally early onset of sexual development. In girls, this is defined as menstruation before age 8, and in boys, sexual development before age 9. True precocious puberty involves normal pubertal development at an unusually early age, sometimes as early as age 2.1

Precocious Pseudopuberty is a related condition where there is partial pubertal development without the production of sperm or eggs. This can manifest as premature development of secondary sexual characteristics, rapid growth, and in females, irregular vaginal bleeding. Causes can include tumors, hormonal imbalances, or external hormone exposure.12

Treatment is crucial for psychological well-being, social development, and to prevent short stature.1