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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Pelvic Reconstruction and Urogynaecology Unit, St. George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, SW17 0QT, London, UK.

International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
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Vaginal wind, or flatus, significantly impacts quality of life. Pelvic floor physiotherapy and pessary use showed some success in managing this common gynecological issue.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Pelvic Floor Disorders

Background:

  • Vaginal wind (flatus vaginalis) is a distressing condition impacting women's quality of life.
  • Limited research exists on its risk factors, evaluation, and effective treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate risk factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment outcomes for vaginal wind.
  • To assess the frequency and impact of vaginal wind symptoms.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective longitudinal study at a tertiary care center.
  • Included 6 women with symptomatic vaginal wind.
  • Utilized comprehensive questionnaires, pelvic examinations (ICS scoring), physiotherapy evaluation, and treatment analysis.

Main Results:

  • Mean patient age was 32.8 years; mean BMI 23.1. Five of six women were parous.

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  • Average symptom frequency was 20 episodes/day.
  • Pelvic floor physiotherapy was administered to all; one patient underwent surgical repair without improvement.
  • A modified pessary resolved symptoms in two women.

    • Conclusions:

    • Vaginal wind causes significant distress and embarrassment.
    • Pelvic floor physiotherapy and pessary use show potential as treatment modalities.
    • Further research is needed to identify risk factors and optimize treatment strategies.