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Puberty is delayed in girls if there are no pubertal changes by the age of 13.
In boys, puberty is delayed if there are no pubertal changes by the age of 14.
Delayed puberty is more common in males than females but occurs in about 2% of young people overall. Many young people initially present with concerns about their height rather than pubertal development itself.

We have written some information to help you understand the treatment planned. This may have already been discussed in a clinic visit or you will be given a specific clinic appointment to talk to one of the specialist nurses. Often there is a lot of information to share and hopefully this information leaflet will be a useful.

Advice to achieve and maintain good control for Children and Young People over 2 years old

Poverty has a significant impact on communities across the UK, with over 14 million people affected by poverty, including 71% of working households and 42% of families with three or more children particularly affected. With increasing healthcare inequalities experienced by those living in poverty, it is imperative that as healthcare providers we are in a position to ensure that our services meet everyone's needs.

People on a low income may be able to get help with NHS costs through the NHS Low Income Scheme (LIS). The scheme provides help with prescriptions, dental, travel, wigs and fabrics and eye care costs. The rules governing who's eligible are broadly the same as those for a means-tested benefit. But the assessment also takes into account council tax and housing costs, so people can get help with health costs even if their income is too high for a means tested benefit.