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Delayed puberty most often has no known cause. In some cases, it may run in families. In other cases, it may be caused by any of these: 1. Chromosomal problems. 2. Genetic disorder. 3. Chronic illness. 4. Tumors of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus. 5. Underactive pituitary gland (hypopituitarism)Read more
Delayed puberty most often has no known cause. In some cases, it may run in families. In other cases, it may be caused by any of these:
1. Chromosomal problems.
2. Genetic disorder.
3. Chronic illness.
4. Tumors of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus.
5. Underactive pituitary gland (hypopituitarism).
6. Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
7. Abnormal development of the reproductive system.
8. Inability of the body to use androgen hormones (complete androgen insensitivity syndrome).
9. Too much exercise.
10. Severe lack of eating (anorexia).
11. Parents or siblings with delayed puberty.
12. Congenital syndrome.
Tests may include: 1. Ultrasound. This test uses high-frequency sound waves to create an image of the internal organs. 2. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This test uses large magnets, radiofrequency, and a computer to make detailed images of organs and structures within the body. 3. Laparoscopy. TRead more
Tests may include:
1. Ultrasound. This test uses high-frequency sound waves to create an image of the internal organs.
2. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This test uses large magnets, radiofrequency, and a computer to make detailed images of organs and structures within the body.
3. Laparoscopy. This minor procedure uses a laparoscope. This is a thin tube with a lens and a light. It is inserted into an incision in the abdominal wall. Using the laparoscope to see into the pelvic and abdomen area, the doctor can often detect abnormal growths.
4. Hysteroscopy. This is the visual exam of the canal of the cervix and the inside of the uterus. It uses a viewing instrument (hysteroscope) inserted through the vagina.
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