The Hymen What is your hymen? You are a virgin until you have sexual intercourse. All hymens look a bit different, some young women don't even have one or have torn them from exercise and sports.Imperforate hymen is at the extreme of a spectrum of variations in hymenal configuration. Variations in the embryologic development of the hymen are common and result in fenestrations, septa, bands, microperforations, anterior displacement, and differences in rigidity and/or elasticity of the hymenal tissue. Inspection of the external genitalia and anus are important components of the physical examination of the female neonate. While this examination can and should be accomplished by the pediatrician, the observant