Myths about the hymen : Even today, the hymen is considered as the certificate of virginity of girls. There are misconceptions about the hymen without any scientific basis. The social taboo of hymen and virginity remains such that people are moving away from the reality. This is the reason why many types of myths regarding the hymen have become quite common.
For many years, this myth has been prevailing in society that when a girl has sex for the first time, her hymen breaks, which causes bleeding. If this does not happen, it is assumed that the girl has already lost her virginity, while the truth is quite different. In such a situation, let us share some common myths and truths about the hymen…
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what is hymen
The thin membrane above the vulva of the vagina is called the hymen. It is made of soft tissue and covers the vulva. Its structure is similar to that of the vagina. The hymen is believed to break when it enters the vagina. Blood may or may not come out of the vagina after first intercourse. There can be many other reasons why blood leaks from the vagina during intercourse. This includes not being fully prepared for intercourse, any kind of stress, or mental infection.
Myth: The hymen keeps the mouth of the vagina (vulva) completely closed.
Do : This is the biggest misconception because if the hymen had completely closed the opening of the vagina, the menstrual blood would not have been released. This problem occurs in some girls. Their vagina is completely covered by the hymen. For this, they have to open their vulva by surgery.
Myth: The hymen is only made for penetration.
Do : It is believed that the hymen is made only for the penis, which bursts after penetration. Even if this is not the case, penetration of the hymen has nothing to do with it. Often, even after intercourse, it spreads and does not burst.
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Myth: No bleeding during the first intercourse means the hymen is already open.
Do According to experts, this is completely false, as sometimes the hymen tears due to a tampon, sex toy, or even fingering. Having sex for the first time can also cause the hymen to stretch, which can lead to pain and bleeding. The hymen can also tear while riding a bike or bicycle. Since it is a delicate membrane, once it is torn, it will not stick back together.
Myth: The hymen only breaks after the first intercourse.
Do : Experts say that the hymen never breaks. The hymen is a tissue that can be cut, stretched or moved inward but cannot be broken. The hormone estrogen increases the elasticity of the hymen. It can also penetrate inside after intercourse. Regardless of age, gender and exercise, the hymen stretches after pregnancy.
Myth: The hymen is the identity of virginity.
Do : The hymen does not prove the virginity of any girl. It is difficult even for a gynecologist to judge the sexual activity of a person by examining the hymen. So one should not get too confused about the hymen and virginity and not have any misconceptions about it.
Disclaimer: Some information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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