Tight hymenal ring
Tight Hymenal Ring
A Tight Hymenal Ring (pronunciation: /taɪt haɪˈmɛnəl rɪŋ/) is a medical condition that refers to an unusually narrow or small opening in the hymen, which is a thin membrane that partially covers the external vaginal opening.
Etymology
The term "Tight Hymenal Ring" is derived from the words "tight", which means closely fitting, "hymenal", which pertains to the hymen, and "ring", which refers to the circular shape of the hymen.
Related Terms
- Hymen: A thin piece of mucosal tissue that surrounds or partially covers the external vaginal opening.
- Hymenectomy: A surgical procedure to remove or open the hymen.
- Hymenoplasty: A surgical procedure to repair or reconstruct the hymen.
- Imperforate Hymen: A condition where the entire vaginal opening is covered by the hymen.
- Microperforate Hymen: A condition where the hymen has a very small opening.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a Tight Hymenal Ring may include discomfort or pain during sexual intercourse, difficulty inserting tampons, or issues with menstrual flow.
Treatment
Treatment for a Tight Hymenal Ring may involve a minor surgical procedure known as a hymenectomy, which involves making a small incision in the hymen to widen the opening.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tight hymenal ring
- Wikipedia's article - Tight hymenal ring
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