Hello Anonymous,
This is a very good question.
An intact hymen does not prevent pregnancy. Citing "The Encyclopedia of Family Health", "Sperm that comes into contact with the genital area, perhaps as a result of heavy petting, may still travel through a gap in the hymen and up into the vaginal canal."
The hymen is a thin fold of mucous membrane lying just within the vaginal orifice. It rarely covers the entrance of the vagina completely.
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Hello Anonymous,
This is a very good question.
An intact hymen does not prevent pregnancy. Citing "The Encyclopedia of Family Health", "Sperm that comes into contact with the genital area, perhaps as a result of heavy petting, may still travel through a gap in the hymen and up into the vaginal canal."
The hymen is a thin fold of mucous membrane lying just within the vaginal orifice. It rarely covers the entrance of the vagina completely.
I hope this answers your question.
Maryann
May 22, 2012 - 3:53pmThis Comment
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