Delayed puberty.

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Paul B Kaplowitz

چکیده

1. Define the ages at which puberty is considered delayed in boys and girls. 2. Discuss the typical presentation and natural history of constitutional delayed puberty. 3. Compare the differential diagnosis of delayed puberty for causes other than constitutional delay in girls versus boys. 4. Recognize the psychological consequences of pubertal delay. 5. Describe the evaluation and treatment of delayed puberty in boys and girls.

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