The annular hymen is a special type of hymen that is shaped like a ring. The hymen is a part of the female reproductive system that protects the vaginal opening from external infections and bacteria.
As a young girl grows, her hymen begins to form elastic tissue. It can be of various sizes and shapes, both round and oval. However, in some girls it can take on an unusual round shape. One such type of hymen is the annular hymen.
At the birth of a girl, the hymen has a round or semicircular base and is characterized by a uniform contour