Vulva and vagina Flashcards
1
Q
Imperforate Hymen
Defention
A
imperforate hymen is a rare condition when the hymen completely covers the opening vagina.
The hymen usually surrounds the opening of the vagina. In imperforate hymen, this tissue blocks the opening so there is no hole present.
2
Q
Imperforate Hymen
clinical features
A
• Bulge at introitus • Cyclic pain with absent vaginal bleeding • Lack of menstruation (amenorrhea). • Painful urination (dysuria).
3
Q
Imperforate Hymen ddx.
A
- Labial adhesions.
- Urogenital sinus.
- Transverse vaginal septum.
- Distal vaginal atresia.