Can a small rectovaginal fistula heal on its own?

A small rectovaginal fistula cannot heal on its own and must be treated. Most rectovaginal fistulas require surgical intervention, but due to the local anatomy of the lesion site, the specificity and complexity of the lesion site, resulting in increased surgical difficulty, if not handled properly, it will lead to recurrent infections. Clinical manifestations of rectovaginal fistula, if the vaginorectal fistula is relatively small, there will be gas discharged from the vagina, formed stools are usually not discharged through the vagina, if there is diarrhea can also lead to fecal discharge from the vagina. Therefore, once the diagnosis is clear, timely surgical treatment should be carried out, such as fistula excision anoplasty. Surgical treatment for patients with rectovaginal fistulae usually cannot be delayed indefinitely, and surgery is needed as soon as possible after the diagnosis is clear. Surgery is an effective means of treating rectovaginal fistula, and there is no other treatment that can replace surgery. Usually drink plenty of water, keep the bowel movement, avoid sitting for a long time when defecating, if you have symptoms of physical discomfort, you should go to the hospital in time, consult a professional physician to guide the diagnosis and treatment.