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I accidentally cut my perineal raphe. it doesn't hurt much and it bled a bit, but now i have skin maybe 1/4" long hanging. is the perineal raphe important? what should i do? it will heal normally?

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Dr. Daniel Lee answered

Heal spontaneously: It's hard to evaluate a tear in the perineal region without seeing it. However most tears heal spontaneously on their own without any complications.

Answered 6/20/2021

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A member asked:

I accidentally cut my perineal raphe. it doesn't hurt much and it bled a bit, but now i have skin maybe 1/4" long hanging. is the perineal raphe important? what should i do? it will heal normally?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Lee answered

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