Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

The University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital offers expert gynecologic consultations for children, preteens, teens and young adults, starting as young as infancy and up to age 22. Our services are often referred by pediatricians, adolescent medicine specialists or other providers when an assessment of gynecologic health concerns is recommended.

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Common Conditions We Treat

• Congenital reproductive tract disorders, including imperforate hymen, vaginal septum and uterine agenesis
• Delayed puberty
• Dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramping)
• Irregular menstruation
• Precocious puberty (early onset)

Additionally, we provide consultation for young patients who have a chronic health condition that may complicate general gynecologic assessment and care, including:

• Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding) and bleeding disorders
• Developmental delay
• HIV/AIDS
• Lupus
• Neurological disease

Services Offered

We provide the full range of services for the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of basic and complex gynecologic concerns in young patients, including:

• Biopsies
• Contraception counseling and evaluation
• Colposcopy, a procedure for the evaluation of abnormal Pap smears
• Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination
• Sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing

Specialized Expertise for Young Patients Who Are New Gynecologic Care

We offer first-time gynecologic exams, Pap smear consultations and more with a compassionate approach, making sure to meet the needs — both physically and emotionally — of every patient and their family. We take special consideration in providing support during the transition from pediatric care to gynecologic care.

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Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologic Surgery

Our experts provide surgical care for vaginal anomalies, labial hypertrophy and vaginal cysts. We also offer minimally invasive gynecologic surgery for the treatment of ovarian masses and adnexal masses. The benefits of minimally invasive surgical techniques include smaller incisions and shorter recovery times than traditional surgical procedures.