McLane Children's Scott & White

What does a pediatric and adolescent gynecologist do?

Pediatric and adolescent gynecologists treat injuries, infections, unexplained bleeding, and pubertal and reproductive health issues. These specialists treat female patients up to age 18 in a comfortable and child-friendly environment.

Care needs also are addressed for developmentally delayed children with congenital birth defects. McLane Children’s Hospital Scott & White specialists collaborate with other medical specialists in the case of trauma, rare cases of cancer, and other gynecological conditions.

What conditions does a pediatric and adolescent gynecologist treat?

Our specialists diagnose and treat a spectrum of gynecological disease, using traditional and minimally invasive techniques, for the following conditions:

For pediatric patients:

• Labial adhesions
• Unusual vaginal discharge or bleeding
• Vulvitis
• Lichen sclerosis
• Genital injuries from falls or sexual assault

For adolescent patients:

• Early puberty, including premature menarche (first menstrual period)
• Puberty concerns, including body image issues that may be treated in collaboration with pediatric endocrinology specialists
• Irregular or painful menstrual periods
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome, which may be characterized by infrequent menstruation and weight gain
• Pelvic or abdominal pain
• Breast issues
• Unexplained bleeding that could be related to cancer or genital injury
• Sexual assault
• Pregnancy
• PAP screenings for sexually active teens
• Sexually transmitted disease screening
• Contraception counseling

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