Shame and neglect, my fistula experience

Victoria Wanjiru, 23-year-old a mother of one. [Courtesy]

Victoria Wanjiru, now aged 23, experienced loss of bladder and bowel control after giving birth at 19 years of age. Doctors said she had pelvic organ prolapse, in which her bladder, uterus, and rectum fell, making her lose control of her urine and stool.

Wanjiru recalls that after delivering, she had a tear that was stitched. She was told to sit and soak on salty water.