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Suggest Treatment For Leaking Of Feces From The Vagina
Hello, I am 60 yrs old , had my first cild at age 21; delivered vaginally , episiotomy in volved. Now, years later whenever I have a bowel movements There appears to be feces coming from a small opening close to my vagina. I do not know what name to give to this defect. My primary care physician just told me to continue cleaning myself well to prevent infections. Please help me. Thank you.
You have developed a rectovaginal fistula which is causing this problem. This will require a surgery after which you will be alright. Please discuss this with a surgeon.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Leaking Of Feces From The Vagina
Hello, You have developed a rectovaginal fistula which is causing this problem. This will require a surgery after which you will be alright. Please discuss this with a surgeon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician