Brooklyn Abortion Clinic

What Is a Hymen?
A hymen is a thin membrane located at the opening of the vagina and is something most females are born with. Hymens come in different shapes and usually have small openings. It has no real medical purpose although some experts believe it evolved over time to help protect the vagina from infections.

Many religions and cultures believe that the hymen represents a woman’s virginity, only broken during the first sexual intercourse. This is a famous myth that has long been debunked since the hymen needs to be partially open to allow for menstruation in women of childbearing age. Additionally, today we know that even nonsexual activity such as inserting a tampon or even exercising can tear the hymen.

What Are the Different Types of Hymen?
The most common hymen type in young women is a half-moon shape. But hymens come in different types, sizes, and some women are even born without one. However, there are three types of irregular hymen that may actually cause discomfort:

Microperforated hymen: A micro perforate hymen is when the thin membrane has a very small opening and covers most of the opening to the vagina. This usually allows menstrual blood to flow out of the vagina through the small opening. However, a young woman with a microperforated hymen will have problems inserting a tampon or have issues removing it once it fills up with blood.

Septate hymen: A septate hymen is when this thin membrane has a band of extra tissue in the middle that results in two small vaginal openings rather than one. Women with this birth defect may have difficulties inserting or removing a tampon. A septate hymen removal surgery is a simple procedure that removes the extra band of tissue and creates a normal vaginal opening.

Imperforate hymen: This type of hymen is sometimes diagnosed at birth but more commonly during the teen years. An imperforate hymen is when the thin membrane completely covers the opening of the vagina. Around 1 in 200 women have this birth defect. This creates problems for the girl since menstrual blood is unable to flow out of the vagina, leading to a lack of blood and abdominal and/or back pain. In rare cases, an imperforate hymen can even create problems with passing urine and pain with bowel movements.

The staff of Brooklyn Abortion Clinic is always available for any emergencies or questions you may have by the number: (718) 369-1900.

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Brooklyn Abortion Clinic
14 DeKalb Avenue 4 floor,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 369-1900
Web Address https://www.brooklynabortionclinic.nyc/
https://brooklynabortionclinic.business.site/

email: info@brooklynabortionclinic.nyc

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/PiZocruzmE7w1BLx6

Nearby Locations:
Downtown Brooklyn | Clinton Hill | Prospect Heights | Gowanus | Cobble Hill
11201| 11238 | 11217

Working Hours
Mon - Sun: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

Brooklyn Abortion Clinic is the only NYC approved Ambulatory surgical center dedicated to women’s health in Brooklyn. Our mission is to treat each woman as a whole person, addressing her physical and emotional needs. We are located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, close to Park Slope, Red Hook, Prospect Park, Brooklyn Heights with easy access from Manhattan. We are happy to announce a limited time event, 5 to 10% off for all new patients.

Brooklyn Abortion Clinic
14 DeKalb Avenue 4 floor,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 369-1900
Web Address https://www.brooklynabortionclinic.nyc/
https://brooklynabortionclinic.business.site/

E-mail info@brooklynabortionclinic.nyc

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/PiZocruzmE7w1BLx6

Nearby Locations:
Downtown Brooklyn | Clinton Hill | Prospect Heights | Gowanus | Cobble Hill
11201| 11238 | 11217

Working Hours
Mon - Sun: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment: cash, check, credit cards.