Physical Changes of Puberty in Boys

Question 1

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding the testis and penis?

Answer 1

• enlargement of testis and penis
• usually the first sign of puberty

Question 2

When is the maximum size of the testis and penis reached?

Answer 2

• about 6 years after the onset of puberty

Question 3

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding hair growth?

Answer 3

• hair growth in the pubic area and armpits
• at about 13 to 14 years
• (facial hair only grows later)

Question 4

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding their voices?

Answer 4

• increase in size of larynx (voice box)
• thickening of vocal cords
• causing the voice to deepen

Question 5

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding physical structure?

Answer 5

• enlargement of skeletal muscles
• broadening of shoulders

Question 6

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding sperm?

Answer 6

• sperm production begins

Question 7

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding growth?

Answer 7

• growth spurt of two to three years

Question 8

What physical changes occur in boys during puberty regarding skin?

Answer 8

• acne can occur
• more common in boys than girls