children s health issues
Delayed Puberty
Symptoms of Delayed Puberty
In girls, breast development, pubic hair growth, the first menstrual period, or a combination do not occur. In boys, genital growth, pubic hair growth, or both do not occur. Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children , poor speed of growth, or both may indicate delayed puberty in either sex. Adolescents who have delayed puberty may be noticeably shorter than their peers, can be teased or bullied, and often need help coping with and managing social concerns. Although adolescents are typically uncomfortable about being different from their peers, boys in particular are more likely to feel psychologic stress and embarrassment resulting from delayed puberty. 