Q: Which doctor should I consult for vesicovaginal fistula?
A: You must consult an obstetrician and gynecologist and a urologist for vesicovaginal fistula.
Q: What is a fistula in the intestine?
A: A fistula in the intestine is also called as gastrointestinal fistula. It is an abnormal opening in the stomach or intestines and is connected either to other organs or to the skin thereby allowing the seepage of contents of digestive tract to that particular organ or to the skin.
Q: What are the complications of vesicovaginal fistula?
A: Complications of vesicovaginal fistula include recurrent fistula formation, injury or obstruction of the ureters, vaginal stenosis (narrowing of the vagina), decreased capacity of bladder, and irritation in the lower urinary tract.
Q: What is a Utero-vaginal fistula?
A: This is due to a connection between the ureter and the vagina and occurs usually due to a laparoscopic procedure or a difficult cancer surgery of the pelvis. Leakage is continuous and the patient also passes urine on their own.
