Starting periods
What to expect, what is normal in the first couple of years, and what is worth checking.
Gynaecology services in Kharghar
Adolescent Counselling in Kharghar
Adolescence is a time of transformation, and it can be a turbulent one. Physical, mental and emotional change arrive together, and having somewhere to ask questions makes a real difference.
Understanding it
What adolescent gynaecology involves
Adolescence is a time of transformation. It can also be a turbulent and difficult time for a young girl, because of the physical, mental and emotional changes happening in her body at the same time.
The hormonal changes that initiate menstruation, the menstrual problems associated with them, and body image issues can all cause real havoc in the lives of young girls. Very little of it gets discussed openly, which is usually the harder part.
Adolescent gynaecology requires multi-disciplinary teamwork. Depending on the case that can involve genetic specialists, plastic surgeons, endocrinologists, paediatricians, urologists, dieticians, psychiatrists and psychologists.
The consultation itself is unhurried and private. Questions get answered in plain language, without judgment, and a parent is involved to the extent the young person is comfortable with.
At a glance
- Who it is for
- Adolescent girls navigating puberty, early cycles and the changes that come with them.
- Common concerns
- Painful or irregular periods, body image, and hormonal change.
- Multi-disciplinary
- Endocrinology, paediatrics, nutrition and psychology drawn in as the case needs.
- The visit
- Private, unhurried, and in plain language.
What it covers
What we help with
Seen and managed by your consultant, not handed to a junior.
Painful or irregular cycles
Period pain and unpredictable cycles are common at this age and usually very manageable.
Hormonal change
The hormonal shifts that initiate menstruation, and the problems that sometimes come with them.
Body image
Body image concerns are treated as a real part of the consultation rather than something to brush past.
Early PCOS screening
PCOS often shows first in adolescence, and finding it early changes the long term picture.
Multi-disciplinary support
Endocrinologists, paediatricians, dieticians and psychologists brought in where the case calls for it.
How it works
Your visit, mapped out
From the first phone call to your review, you always know what happens next.
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Book a slot
Call the clinic or use the contact page. Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
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We listen first
Dr. Parul Sathe goes through your history, your symptoms and what you want next.
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The consultation
Private, unhurried time to talk, with examination only where it is genuinely needed.
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Plan and follow-up
Explained in plain language, with a written plan and review dates set before you leave.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
The questions patients ask most often, answered plainly.
At what age should a girl first see a gynaecologist?
There is no fixed age. A visit makes sense when periods start causing problems, when they have not started by the expected time, or when there are questions worth answering properly.
Do parents stay in the room?
That is up to the young person. Many prefer a parent present, others prefer part of the consultation in private. Both are fine.
Is an internal examination needed?
Usually not. Most adolescent consultations involve discussion, and where imaging is needed an abdominal ultrasound is generally sufficient.
Are irregular periods normal in teenagers?
Often yes, particularly in the first year or two after periods begin. Cycles that stay irregular beyond that, or are very heavy or painful, are worth checking.
Can PCOS be picked up this early?
Yes, and picking it up early matters. Adolescence is often when the first signs appear, and early management changes the long term outlook.
What if she is uncomfortable talking about it?
That is expected, and the consultation is built around it. Nothing is rushed, nothing is assumed, and she sets the pace.
Book adolescent counselling in Kharghar
A first appointment is mostly conversation. It exists so questions get answered properly rather than picked up from the internet.
- Dr. Sathe’s Viviana Heart & Women’s Care, Shop No. 10, Krishna Residency, Sector 20, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai 410210
- +91 99209 69226
- vivianaclinic2021@gmail.com
- Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Sunday and public holidays: emergency only
Book an Appointment
Send us a message or call the clinic and our care desk will find you a slot, usually within the same week.
Contact Us Call +91 99209 69226A parent or guardian is welcome to attend.