Normal Puberty

Question 1

what is the general sequence of changes of puberty for males?

Answer 1

1. adrenarche - at 6-9Y, before puberty begins, the awakening of the adrenal gland, increases the amount of DHEA (precursor for sex hormones)
2. Gonadarche - starting around age 9
3. Pubarche - axillary and facial hair, body odor, mild acne
4. growth spurt

Question 2

what is the general sequence of changes of puberty for females?

Answer 2

1. adrenarche
2. thelarche
3. pubarche
4. growth spurt
5. menarche

Question 3

what age is puberty normally for males?

Answer 3

9-14

Question 4

what age is puberty normally for females

Answer 4

8-13

Question 5

tanner stage 1 is typically __________

Answer 5

pre-pubertal