In the 95% of those with delayed puberty,the problem is caused by which condition?
A) Disruption in the hypothalamus
B) Disruption of the pituitary
C) Deficit in estrogen or testosterone
D) Physiologic hormonal delays

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In 95% of cases,delayed puberty is a physiologic delay; that is,hormonal levels are normal and the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG)axis is intact,but maturation is happening slowly.This selection is the only option that accurately describes 95% of those with delayed puberty.

In the 95% of Those with Delayed Puberty,the Problem Is