Question 1

fistula between spermatic cord and scrotum is possible via vasectomy only? can it develop in normal men? is it easy to develop?

Accepted Answer

Unclear?: Spermatic cord encompasses vas deferens &amp; its related blood vessels, nerve, muscles, &amp; soft tissues and emerges from abdomen through internal inguinal ring &amp; canal out of external inguinal ring into the scrotum. The only clinical event of leaking after vasectomy is its incomplete sealed-off leading to sperm granuloma and reconnection, but still well encapsulated as a nodule with variable pain...

Question 2

what is anus fistula and what are its causes?

Accepted Answer

Tract: A fistula involving the anus or rectum is a pathologic communication, tract or conduit between two anatomic structures or organs caused by infection or inflammation.  The tract can drain pus if it leads to an abscess. Crohn's disease is a common cause of ano-rectal fistulae.

Question 3

what is an enteroenteric fistula? what causes it?

Accepted Answer

Fistula: Entero-enteric fistula is an abnormal communication between two loops of bowel. Usually caused by diseases such as Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, cancer, etc. I hope this helps. All best!

Question 4

what causes rectovaginal fistula?

Accepted Answer

Several!: Trauma can do it, from childbirth, straining when constipated, injury, infections like Crohn's disease, and other causes.  Please see your doc and get the fistula treated and correct the cause of the problem as well.

Question 5

can chronic pancreatitis cause rectal fistulas?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: If one had significant pancreatic insufficiency and that they had chronic diarrhea, then perhaps one could develop rectal fistulas in the right scenario.  This would be rare and an exception.  Otherwise, the pancreas is far from the rectum and cannot be associated with this condition.  I would defer to my GI and colo-rectal and general surgery colleagues for their opinions.

Question 6

can you please tell me what causes an anal fistula?

Accepted Answer

Infected anal gland: the most common cause if an infected gland near the anus typically due to obstruction of the gland.  Thus results in a small abscess.  The abscess needs to drain to prevent you from becoming sick.  It does this by finding a path to release to release the puss.   The pathway is typically to the adjacent skin near the anus.  In rare circumstance fistulas can be the result of Crohnes or cancer.

Question 7

can chronic fissures cause fistula how can i avoid that ?

Accepted Answer

Risk increases: With chronic fissures, you would be more at risk to develop a possible fistula than a person without chronic fissures.  Get the fissure treated and controlled, and your risk would decrease of any possible fistula formation.  Other than that, there is not much else you can do.  Be well, best wishes.

Question 8

what are the causes of a fistula between vagina and rectum?

Accepted Answer

Could be from an: Infection, malignancy, radiation, crohn's, or traumatic. It requires a detailed history and physical including your obstetric history as well. You need to see a colorectal surgeon.

Question 9

could a coronary fistula causes low bp in a hypertensive person?

Accepted Answer

Fistula : Don't know of a reason that a coronary fistula would cause a drop in BP if the BP was normal or elevated in the past . Consult your doc to see if there are other reasons.

Question 10

how can fistulas (urinary) cause involuntary urine loss?

Accepted Answer

Escape: Body fluids, including urine, just follows the path of least resistance.  If the fistula connection provides an easier way to escape than the "normal" route, then involuntary urine loss will follow.

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What causes rectovaginal fistula?

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Can chronic pancreatitis cause rectal fistulas?

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Can you please tell me what causes an anal fistula?

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Can chronic fissures cause fistula how can i avoid that ?

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How can fistulas (urinary) cause involuntary urine loss?

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