What are the potential complications of delayed puberty?

Delayed puberty may lead to:

  • feelings of frustration, inadequacy, or low self-esteem and body image concerns due to appearing younger than peers

  • unstable mood and anxiety, when delayed puberty is due to hormonal imbalances

  • feelings of depression and anxiety due to the psychosocial challenges associated with delayed puberty

  • impact on bone growth, leading to a shorter adult height or other bone-related concerns

  • impact on heart health

  • delayed puberty could signal a problem with reproductive health that may affect fertility later in life

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