Adolescent & Women’s Health Counseling

Overview

Women experience unique health needs at every life stage — from adolescence through menopause. Dr. Anupama Rani provides a safe, respectful, and private space for girls and women to seek guidance and support on puberty, reproductive health, emotional wellbeing, and sexual education. These services aim to empower patients with knowledge and care at the right time.

About the Conditions Addressed

This service addresses both physical and emotional concerns that often go unspoken — menstrual irregularities, puberty-related confusion, sexual health queries, and breast health awareness. Counseling helps in early identification of health issues and encourages informed decision-making.

Common Concerns

  • Puberty and early menstruation worries in adolescents
  • Painful, irregular, or absent periods
  • Sexual health questions or concerns
  • Premarital reproductive counseling
  • Breast lumps or changes
  • Emotional health, mood changes, or anxiety related to hormonal shifts

Causes / Risk Factors

  • Hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, or menopause
  • Lifestyle factors like stress, poor nutrition, or lack of exercise
  • Lack of awareness or social taboos around reproductive health
  • Family history of menstrual disorders or breast cancer
  • Inadequate sexual health education

When to See a Doctor

  • If a teenage girl has not started menstruating by age 15
  • Experiencing extreme period pain, irregular cycles, or PMS
  • Planning to get married and need reproductive counseling
  • Wanting to understand safe practices for sexual wellbeing
  • Noticing breast changes like lumps or skin dimpling

Diagnosis & Evaluation

  • Detailed consultation and menstrual history
  • Physical and pelvic examination if necessary
  • Breast examination and referrals for imaging (e.g., ultrasound/mammogram)
  • Hormonal tests or counseling assessments as needed

Support & Counseling Offered

  • Adolescent Gynecology & Puberty Counseling: Guiding girls through changes with sensitivity
  • Menstrual Health Education: Understanding cycles, hygiene, and what’s normal
  • Premarital & Sexual Health Counseling: Promoting safe, respectful, and informed relationships
  • Breast Health Screening: Clinical breast exams and referrals for scans if required
  • Emotional Wellness Support: Managing anxiety, body image issues, or reproductive health stress

Post-Counseling Care / Follow-Up

  • Ongoing follow-up for menstrual tracking or hormonal concerns
  • Coordination with psychologists or nutritionists if required
  • Encouraging regular self-examination for breast awareness
  • Creating a long-term care plan for adolescent health needs

FAQ

Yes. Adolescent visits can address puberty, periods, and reproductive health in a supportive environment.

It includes education on menstrual cycles, safe sex practices, fertility awareness, and addressing concerns before starting a family.

While mammograms are not routine before 40, clinical exams and self-awareness are important at every age.

Yes. Hormonal changes can influence mood, and issues like PCOS or PMS can have emotional effects.

Book an Appointment

For complete gynecological care, trust Dr. Anupama Rani’s experience and compassionate approach.

Cloudnine Hospital, Sarjapur Road
Anugraha Clinic, Marathahalli
+91 99728 99728 | +91 98450 84794