Schaumburg, IL
A 44-year-old female asked:
Is there a method to speed up growth during puberty or push a child's first period for later in time without pills?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Julan Craneanswered
Pediatrics 27 years experience
Puberty: Hormones play a role in all of your questions and most outcomes will be determined by genetics. No reason to try and change your child's normal development unless there is a medical condition.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Not really: If a kid has a poor diet or poor sleep habits, correcting them can help things along. Pills would not be any real benefit, as the hormones they contain are broken down during digestion. Rarely, an endocrinologist can plan a short term of hormone injections that could push a kid to develop faster.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Dec 30, 2014
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.