Which of the Following Is a Common Myth About the Hymen

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common myth about the hymen?

• A) Some girls are born without a hymen.
• B) Upon first sexual intercourse, the hymen will break and bleed.
• C) Sperm cells can make their way past the hymen into the vagina.
• D) The hymen may be perforated due to tampon insertion.

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Definitions:

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Meninx

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