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Pediatric endocrinology

The branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders in children.

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Feb 1, 2026

How do pediatricians measure penile size and when should parents be concerned about abnormalities?

Pediatricians usually quantify penile size using (SPL), a standardized measurement method that approximates erect length and is considered the clinical “gold standard,” increasingly refined by consens...

Jan 15, 2026

When should a 13-year-old see a doctor about delayed or early puberty?

Medical definitions set clear red lines: puberty before age eight in girls or nine in boys is considered precocious and merits evaluation, and lack of breast development by 13 in girls or testicular e...