Is the hymen ruptured during intercourse for the first time or due to physical exercise?
Asked by Daveen Nivedha
| 31st Dec, 2011,
12:00: AM
Expert Answer:
Reasons which can cause rupture to the hymen:
- Sexual intercourse for the first time
- An accident or injury, such as falling astride on a projecting substance, trying to climb over a fence and tripping
- Sports activities like horse riding, bicycling, playing seesaw, high jump, and hurdles
- Introduction of instruments by doctors during examination or surgical operation
Answered by
| 1st Jan, 2012,
09:34: PM
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