What is rectovaginal fistula?

A rectovaginal fistula is an abnormal connection between the lower part of the large intestine (also known as the rectum) and the vagina. Stool or gas may leak or be passed through the vagina as a result of this connection.

How do members experience rectovaginal fistula?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with rectovaginal fistula*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for rectovaginal fistula*

Who has rectovaginal fistula on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 0
30s 4
40s 3
50s 7
60s 7
70+ 2

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 0
Female 24