Richard G came to me, frustrated, living in pain, and having no place left to turn for help. He’s been dealing with an abscess in the rectum and a fistula as well. Talk about a pain in the "bottom". A fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway and can be internal or external. In women it can be between the rectum and the vagina or bladder, in men it can be between the rectum and the bladder. Contents from the bowel leak stool, pus or gas from the fistula through the passageway. Some fistulas may result from an injury while giving birth; other contributing factors are a complication after surgery, cancer, or inflammatory disease. Some of the other symptoms are a foul-smelling discharge, recurrent infections in the vagina or bladder, irritation and pain to the corresponding areas, pain during sexual intercourse, urgent or uncontrollable bowel movement, and emotional distress as a result of the physical distress. When there are other health concerns such as previous surgeries in the pelvic region, cancer or radiation in the pelvic cavity, or infections in the anus, rectum, or digestive tract, a doctor will need to rule out a fistula or direct the care for healing these tissues. Washing the areas to keep them clean is important, while wearing cotton underclothing to keep them dry with good airflow. Creams that provide a barrier against the presence of fecal material will reduce the possibilities of inflammation and infection. Your cooperation in the treatment and contribution to life-style choices contributes substantially to healing. Some close on their own, some need surgery. All of them need care. In Richard’s case, it wasn’t healing and the medical methods didn’t seem to help. So we discussed using the probiotic suppositories I have researched for two decades. After the first treatment, he found less drainage from the abscess. After the third treatment, he is symptom free although he thinks the tissues are still very fragile. However, he is living with little or no pain, and lots of help and hope. About Victoria Bowmann, PhD Dr. Victoria Bowmann received her PhD in homeopathy and natural medicine from Westbrook University as well as a doctorate in homeopathic medicine from the British Institute of Homeopathy. She is also a licensed massage and certified colon therapist in the state of Arizona. Bowmann is a regular contributor to several national publications, has been interviewed on television and radio, and has delivered numerous presentations internationally. She has personally trained physicians and colon hydrotherapist and wrote a widely used training manual on GI Health and reflorastation. Her private practice is located in Phoenix, Ariz., and Bowmann lives by the motto, "Happiness is a choice. Check out the video from NBC Channel 9 News Visit my website at www.myrealhealth.com
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