Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

Puberty is the process of physical changes through which a child's body matures into an adult body capable of sexual reproduction.

The diagnosis of abnormal pubertal development requires the patient's detailed history and diagnostic evaluation.

Genital traumas can range from a painful sexual experience, sexual abuse, straddle injuries or other types of injuries. 

Vaginal discharge is a mix of fluid and cells from the vagina that could or could not be the result of an underlying disease. Examples of discharge from a non-underlying disease include menstruation, sexual intercourse or certain hygienic methods. 

Any vaginal bleeding unrelated to normal menstruation.

Vulvar dermatitis occurs when the soft folds of skin around the opening of the vagina become red, painful or itchy.

Labial adhesions occur when the outer skin folds stick together rather than staying apart. 

Bleeding that occurs before puberty or menstruation. 

Imperforate hymen is the most common type of blockage of the vagina and occurs when the hymen covers the opening of the vagina. 

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that may involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Symptoms include menstrual irregularity, excess hair growth, acne and obesity.

Contraception, also known as birth control, aims to prevent pregnancy. This could through the use of intrauterine devices, birth control pills or condoms. 

Bleeding from the uterus that is longer than usual or that occurs at an irregular time. 

Ovarian cysts, also known as ovarian masses or adnexal masses, can be physiologic (having to do with ovulation) or neoplastic and can be benign, borderline (low malignant potential) or malignant.

Pain in the lowest part of your abdomen and pelvis. The pelvis includes the area of the body between the hip bones, in the lower part of the abdomen. 

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to a group of physical and behavioral symptoms that occur in a cyclic pattern during the second half of the menstrual cycle. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is the severe form of PMS. Common symptoms include anger, irritability, depression and internal tension that are severe enough to interfere with daily activities.

Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus.

Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality.

An infection transmitted through sexual contact, caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites.