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I recently had sex for the first time. my perineum tore due to it. kindly tell how severe the cut is. will it heal on its own or need stitches?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Examination: Without seeing the area I don’t think we can comment on the treatment. Consider letting an Obgyn look at the injury to guide you through the next steps. One would want to determine if the hymenal ring was torn or the actual perineum was injured.

Answered 6/10/2018

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