@thekidsdoctor: In boys - puberty is classed as being ‘early’ if it starts before the age of 9 years old. You may hear medical professionals refer to it as ‘precocious puberty’ The first change in boys is usually enlargement of the testicles but understandably many parents don’t spot this change. It’s often only when other features develop like deepening of the voice, a large growth spurt, acne, underarm or pubic hair etc. that it’s noticed. There is a LOT of information for medical professionals to consider when seeing a child with possible early puberty as there are many potential causes but here is what you need to remember: 👩🏻‍⚕️ If you notice any of these signs in your boy before age 9 then have them seen. The GP is the most appropriate starting point for that. 👍 It is particularly important to have boys seen with this as there are many potential causes but in boys we find underlying medical causes much more commonly than in girls (where we often don’t find any worrying underlying cause) How it will be investigated depends on the history and findings on physical examination but might include things like: - Blood tests - X-ray of the wrist to determine bone age - Other imaging like ultrasounds of testicles or brain imaging Not everyone will need all of these investigations they are just some examples. Would you have known what age to worry? Send this to any mums with boys! #childhealth #paediatrics #precociouspuberty #puberty #thekidsdoctor

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Friday 24 July 2026 20:13:20 GMT