Treatment for CPP is generally provided using a medicine called a GnRH agonist. Remember, the hypothalamus (a part of the brain) sends a GnRH signal to the pituitary gland, which starts puberty. A GnRH agonist tells the pituitary to ignore that signal. This stops CPP. Without the GnRH signal, the pituitary stops sending hormones to the ovaries or testes. In turn, the ovaries and testes stop making sex hormones. Bone maturation also slows down. This helps your child reach his or her predicted adult height.
GnRH agonist therapy, like all medicines, can cause unintended side effects. Carefully consider the risks and benefits and discuss with your doctor each therapy before starting any treatment.
