Paediatric and adolescent gynaecology - Warsaw
Paediatric and adolescent gynaecology is a special field of medicine aimed at caring for the intimate health of the youngest patients – from infancy, through preschool and school age, to early adulthood. It is an important branch of gynaecology, combining a clinical approach with great emotional and pedagogical sensitivity.
What is paediatric and adolescent gynaecology?
Paediatric and adolescent gynaecology deals with prevention, diagnosis and treatment of reproductive system disorders in girls and adolescents. It includes both congenital defects and problems appearing during puberty, including:
- hormonal disorders,
- menstrual cycles,
- intimate infections,
- suspected premature or delayed puberty.
It is also a field supporting young patients in health education, intimate hygiene and safe health-promoting behaviours.
When is it worth visiting a gynaecologist with your daughter?
Contrary to popular belief, a visit to a paediatric gynaecologist does not have to be related only to a serious health problem. It is worth consulting a specialist in case of:
- premature or delayed puberty,
- severe abdominal pain, especially in the lower part,
- irregular or very painful periods,
- excessive monthly bleeding,
- recurring reproductive tract infections,
- suspected anatomical defects of the reproductive system,
- suspected injury or foreign body in the vagina,
- need to talk about intimate hygiene or emergency contraception.
What does a paediatric gynaecologist do?
A paediatric and adolescent gynaecologist:
- conducts examinations adapted to the patient's age and needs (most often non-invasive),
- performs reproductive organ ultrasound through abdominal wall,
- diagnoses and treats hormonal disorders, e.g., irregular menstrual cycles,
- treats inflammation and intimate infections,
- helps in health education and supports parents in conversations about puberty,
- conducts consultations regarding puberty problems and first menstruation,
- offers help in urgent, delicate situations requiring empathy.
How to prepare a child for a gynaecologist visit?
A visit to a gynaecologist can be stressful – especially if it is the first such experience. Therefore, it is worth:
- explaining to the child what the visit will involve and what they can expect,
- assuring that the doctor will not do anything without the child's consent and that the examination will not be painful,
- bringing the child's health book and any results of previous tests,
- ensuring comfortable clothing that facilitates the examination (e.g., a dress).
It is important that the young patient feels safe and understood – both by the doctor and by the parent.
At OpenMed Medical Centre in Warsaw (ul. Wschowska 8, Wola), care for young patients is provided by lek. Małgorzata Sateja, an experienced gynaecologist, also a specialist in adolescent gynaecology.
Have questions? Contact us - 22 100 45 20.
The cost of paediatric gynaecological visit and other services can be found in our price list.
