ZA
A 29-year-old female asked:
My 5 year old daughter has strong body odor especially her armpits. this is also accompanied by what looks like breast development and she has also had vagina discharge for about 2 years, please advise me about what can be done about this?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Cheryl Coldwateranswered
Pediatrics 39 years experience
Premature puberty: She should see a doctor to find out if she is having early puberty changes. They can be caused by exposure to external hormones or her own system producing excessive hormones much earlier than usual.
11 viewsAnswered Jan 14, 2021
Last updated Jan 14, 2021
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $39!
50% off with $15/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.