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I have been severly constipated for about 4 months now. I have to take laxatives in order to go and it is still only once every couple of weeks. Today I noticed stool leaking from my vagina. I know its the same b/c i took a laxative and had a BM.... what could this be? Do i need to go to ER now or can i wait til Monday to see dr?
You may be stool leaking from anus may enter into a perineal area or rectovaginal fistula may cause your symptoms. Until examination, is done it is difficult to say what it is. Please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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What Causes Leaking Of Stools From The Vagina?
Hello, You may be stool leaking from anus may enter into a perineal area or rectovaginal fistula may cause your symptoms. Until examination, is done it is difficult to say what it is. Please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu