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An imperforate hymen occurs as affliction in which a hymen completely obstructs a vagina. This occurs as affliction that must become rectified prior to a girl reaches pubescence: it prevents catamenial fluid from either shake off a system, & the ensuant accumulation of catamenial discharge could induce severe ill health. It would likewise render proper sexual intercourse impossible, & lead to severe trouble whenever it were attempted.

Adolescent Medicine: Imperforate Hymen
Brief description of the problem with possible treatment suggestions and references.

eMedicine Journal: Imperforate Hymen
Differential diagnosis, frequency, and etiology for imperformate hymens. Treatment and photos.

Imperforate Hymen: Congenital or Acquired From Sexual Abuse?
An article that examines three case studies where imperforate hymen may have been acquired due to sexual abuse. Includes references.

Surgery for Imperforate Hymen
Description of the surgery and answers to the questions: at what age should the surgery be scheduled and who should perform the procedure?


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