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A member asked:

I have a vaginal tear that doesn't hurt and i've never had sex. what could have cause the tear?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unsure: A tear implies some degree of trauma. If you have not had any trauma to the area, then a fissure is more likely than a tear. A fissure can result from irritation due to yeast, allergy, or bacterial overgrowth. You should see you physician for evaluation and treatment.

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/21/2013

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