Allison,age 7,has Begun to Show Signs of Breast Development and Pubic

question 121

Multiple Choice

Allison,age 7,has begun to show signs of breast development and pubic hair.Allison could be diagnosed with

• A)nothing; her early pubertal development is within normal range.
• B)precocious puberty.
• C)fast-track puberty.
• D)a psychiatric illness that is affecting her body.

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