Vaginal fistula is an unusual opening that develops between the vagina and another organ, such as the bladder, colon or rectum.
Vaginal fistulas can develop after childbirth, an injury, a surgery, an infection or radiation treatment.
There are several types of vaginal fistulas. They are named based on the location and organs they affect:
Vesicovaginal fistula Also called a bladder fistula, this opening occurs between the vagina and urinary bladder. This is one of the most common fistulas.
Ureterovaginal fistula: This type of fistula happens when an unusual opening develops between the vagina and the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters).
Urethrovaginal fistula: The opening occurs between the vagina and the tube that carries urine out of the body (urethra). This type of fistula is also called a urethral fistula.
Rectovaginal fistula: In this type of fistula, the opening is between the vagina and the lower portion of the large intestine (rectum).
Colovaginal fistula: With a colovaginal fistula, the opening occurs between the vagina and colon.
Enterovaginal fistula: In this type of fistula, the opening is between the small intestine and the vagina.
CONCLUSION: - There are many Homoeopathic remedies which can be used in cases of vaginal fistula and help in managing their complications.