Vaginal Wind and Pelvic Floor Disorders

The prevalence and consequences of vaginal wind — audible passage of vaginal air — have not been well characterized. Investigators queried 110 women (54% with pelvic organ prolapse) seen at a clinic specializing in pelvic floor disorders.

Overall, 69% of participants reported vaginal wind occurring a mean of twice weekly. Higher prevalence was associated with younger age, premenopausal status, and longer vaginal length, but not with pelvic organ prolapse. Vaginal wind occurred most commonly during intercourse, other sexual activities, and exercise. Women who experienced this event more often found it more bothersome, although fewer than one quarter reported a negative effect on sexual satisfaction. In a subset of women who underwent pelvic r…