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Imperforate hymen

The hymen is the thin tissue around the entry of the vagina that usually has an opening for menstrual blood to pass through. An imperforate hymen means that the hymen does not have an opening, so the entry of the vagina is completely closed off by the hymen.

Current as of: April 30, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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