Baek Z Young visits a specialist to ask about the growing pains of her 3rd-grade daughter, Ha-imi

Singer Baek Z Young visited a growth clinic to resolve concerns regarding the growth process of her daughter, Ha-imi, who is in the third grade of elementary school. Through her YouTube channel, Baek Z Young showed herself resolving curiosities by directly asking a specialist about her daughter's rapid growth rate and severe growing pains.

"Exorcist-level pain": Ha-imi's severe growing pains and dietary concerns

In the video, Baek Z Young revealed that her daughter Ha-imi experiences severe growing pains about 3 to 4 times a week, to the point of crying uncontrollably. Ha-imi even described the pain as being "more painful than COVID-19," and it was reported that she sometimes takes painkillers because the pain lowers her sleep quality. Regarding this, the specialist explained that while growing pains are not necessarily evidence of growth, they are pains that can appear during the growth period. Additionally, the specialist advised adjusting activity levels, as excessive activity during the day can intensify the pain.

Regarding questions related to eating habits, it was mentioned that Ha-imi's food intake is very large. The specialist gave advice on eating habits that can affect growth, suggesting that instead of monosaccharide drinks or foods like cake and donuts, developing a habit of eating a vegetable salad before meals to provide a sense of fullness can be helpful.

Criteria for diagnosing precocious puberty and indications for growth injections

Baek Z Young asked related questions, worrying that her daughter's rapid growth might lead to precocious puberty. The specialist explained that in the case of girls, if breast development begins before the age of 8 and is confirmed to progress in earnest before the age of 9, it can be diagnosed as precocious puberty. For diagnosis, bone age X-rays to check bone age and blood tests are required. Baek Z Young also asked about the timing of Ha-imi's first menstruation, and the specialist replied that if the first menstruation occurs early, height loss can occur, so treatment may be considered if necessary.

Furthermore, the conversation continued regarding the recently topical 'growth injections.' Baek Z Young asked questions citing cases of people around her receiving growth injections, and the specialist explained that there are set indications for growth hormone treatment. Treatment must be carried out according to set criteria, such as when a deficiency in growth hormone is diagnosed or when there are specific syndromes, and added that indiscriminate use requires caution.

Important factors for growth: deep sleep and smartphone use

When asked about the most important factor for growth, the specialist chose 'deep sleep.' In particular, the specialist warned that using a smartphone before going to sleep can inhibit melatonin formation due to blue light and interfere with deep sleep, which can negatively affect growth. The specialist emphasized that it is very important for children in their growth period to get enough sleep.