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Anatomy

What is a hymen?

The hymen is a remnant tissue that covers part of the opening of the vagina and that's left over from how the vagina forms during embryonic development. Mostly every girl is born with a hymen, but it can break when using tampons, playing sport or doing other activities, including having sex.

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References

https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/blog/myths-a...https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sexual-health/girls-bodies-faqs/

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