Can virgin women use vaginal ointment with applicator?

Expert answer:

Yes, virgin woman can use vaginal ointment or cream with applicator, but care must be taken when inserting the applicator so as not to break the hymen, the same way it does when you place an inner pad.

The opening of the hymen of a young woman who has not yet had intercourse has, on average, 1.5 cm. However, in the puberty, due to the higher production of the estrogen hormone, vaginal opening becomes more elastic, and can easily reach 2,5 cm, which is sufficient for the introduction of the vaginal cream applicator.

Talk to your gynecologist and ask him to teach you the best way to apply the vaginal cream so as not to compromise the hymen.

You can also ask if there are any oral medication which can be used instead of the applicator ointment, if you are not sure or want to take risks.