Adolescent gynecology focuses on providing comprehensive medical care, education, and support to young women aged 10 to 21 years, addressing a wide range of gynecological issues, reproductive concerns, and developmental milestones specific to this age group.

Importance of Adolescent Gynecology:

• Puberty and Menstrual Health: Adolescence marks the onset of puberty, characterized by hormonal changes, menstrual cycles, and reproductive maturation. Adolescent gynecology addresses menstrual irregularities, menstrual hygiene, puberty-related concerns, and education about reproductive anatomy and physiology.
• Sexual Health and Education: As adolescents navigate relationships, sexual development, and contraception, adolescent gynecology provides comprehensive sexual health education, contraceptive counseling, and guidance on healthy relationships, consent, and safe practices.
• Preventive Care and Vaccinations: Adolescents benefit from preventive healthcare measures, including vaccinations (e.g., HPV vaccine for cervical cancer prevention), screenings (e.g., Pap smears for sexually active adolescents), and lifestyle recommendations to promote overall health and wellness.
• Developmental Concerns: Adolescent gynecologists address developmental concerns such as delayed puberty, early puberty (precocious puberty), breast development abnormalities, acne, menstrual disorders (e.g., amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea), and hormonal imbalances.
• Reproductive Health Management: For adolescents with gynecological conditions (e.g., ovarian cysts, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis), adolescent gynecology provides diagnosis, treatment, and management strategies tailored to their age, developmental stage, and medical needs.