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MSH: A period in the human life in which the development of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal system takes place and reaches full maturity. The onset of synchronized endocrine events in puberty lead to the capacity for reproduction (FERTILITY), development of secondary SEX CHARACTERISTICS, and other changes seen in ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT.,CSP: developmental period during which secondary sex characteristics appear and individual becomes capable of sexual reproduction.,NCI: The stage in life when sex glands become functional. It is characterized by the development of secondary sex characteristics, reproductive functions, and growth spurts.,MEDLINEPLUS: <p>Puberty is the time in life when a boy or girl becomes sexually mature. It is a physical change that usually happens between ages 10 and 14 for girls and ages 12 and 16 for boys. Puberty affects boys and girls differently. </p><p>In girls:</p><ul><li>The first sign of puberty is usually breast development.</li><li>Other signs are the growth of hair in the pub
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