In some instances, a severe injury occurs and requires immediate medical attention, especially if the bleeding won't stop.
Avoiding vaginal injuries during childbirth will help to prevent depression, hospital readmissions, and perineal pain.
Non-obstetric causes include: sexual assault,[10] consensual sex,[11] fracture of the pelvis, foreign object inserted into the vagina,[12] jet ski and water-skiing accidents[13] or blunt force trauma, such as being kicked or kneed in the groin during an athletic competition.
[13] A safe environment can be created for young children in addition to keeping small objects out of reach.
If such a trained clinician is not available, the emergency department has a sexual assault protocol that has been established for treatment and the collection of evidence.