Am I virgin I am afraid
I used to masturbate and I have recently made an attempt to check my hymen but I am little bit confused about its presence. please help me doctor.

Question

Some females are born without a hymen. Some are elastic and never tear, and some dissolve on their own. And, it's very common for some people not to bleed at all the first time they have sexual intercourse.

Karuna Chawla · Accepted Answer

Some females are born without a hymen. Some are elastic and never tear, and some dissolve on their own. And, it's very common for some people not to bleed at all the first time they have sexual intercourse.

Muralidhara K A · Answer

The hymen is a membrane that surrounds or partially covers the external vaginal opening. Normal variations of the hymen range from thin and stretchy to thick and somewhat rigid; or it may also be completely absent.In several studies of adolescent female rape victims, where patients were examined at a hospital following sexual assault, half or fewer of virgin victims had any injury to the hymen. Tears of the hymen occurred in less than a quarter of cases. However, virgins were significantly more likely to have injuries to the hymen than non-virgins. Trauma to the hymen is hypothesized to occur as a result of various other behaviors, such as tampon or menstrual cup use, pelvic examinations with a speculum, masturbation, gymnastics, exercises, cycling or horseback riding. So no need to worry .If you are still worried consult Obstetrician.

Rahul Gupta · Answer

Hello-
intact hymen is very much visible from outside. If you are unsure about yours, better consult a doctor online for guidance and confirmation.

Am I virgin I am afraid I used to masturbate and I have recently made an attempt to check my hymen but I am little bit confused about its presence. please help me doctor.