ComplicationsPhysical complications of a rectovaginal fistula may include:Uncontrolled loss of stool (fecal incontinence)Hygiene problemsRecurrent vaginal or urinary tract infectionsIrritation or inflammation of your vagina, perineum or the skin around your anusAn infected fistula that forms an abscess, a problem that can become life-threatening if not treatedFistula recurrenceAmong women with Crohn's disease who develop a fistula, the chances of complications are high. These can include poor healing, or another fistula forming later.