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Can i use tampons without tearing my hymen?

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Yes: you can feel comfortable using a small sized tampon without affecting the integrity of your hymen.

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Yes, possibly: The hymen can vary in virgin women, from one that is totally absent, to one with an opening (which can vary in size), to one that is totally closed (but that blocks your menstrual flow!). Start with the thinnest tampon that you can find, and attempt to insert it when well-lubricated by your menstrual flow. Hope that helps. Do discuss in further detail with your trusted medical provider.

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It depends: Every women's hymen is different. Most don't completely obstruct the vaginal entrance, otherwise you wouldn't be able to pass your menses! So there is space for the insertion of a tampon, for some it may be a little space for others a lot. Remember it's possible to "tear" your hymen without even having sex, as some very physical activities can "tear" the hymen too.

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