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Precocious puberty

By Denise Witmer, About.com Guide

Definition: Precocious puberty happens when a child starts showing signs of puberty earlier than normal. Puberty is consider early if it occurs before the age of 8 years in girls and 9 years in boys.
Pronunciation: pre·co·cious pu·ber·ty
Also Known As: early onset puberty
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