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Generally speaking, the symptoms of interstitial cystitisare:
(1) Painful or burning urination ( also known as dysuria)
(2) Pain which is worsened with bladder filling and/or improved with urination.
(3) Pain which is worsened with a certain food or drink.
(4) Frequent urination (as often as every 10 minutes), urinary urgency, and pressure in the bladder and/or pelvis.
(5) Some patients report waking at night to urinate, hesitancy (needing to wait for the stream to begin), pain with sexual intercourse, and discomfort and difficulty driving, travelling or working.
(6) During cystoscopy, 5 to 10% of patients are found to have Hunner's ulcers.
A low grade non specific inflammation of the bladder lining - this is difficult to treat
What else can I help you with?
Can you donate a kidney if you have interstitial cystitis?
Individuals with interstitial cystitis may still be able to donate a kidney, but it ultimately depends on the severity of their condition and the recommendation of a healthcare professional. It's important to undergo a thorough evaluation to ensure that the donation process would not exacerbate their interstitial cystitis or impact their overall health.
What does the medical abbreviation IC mean?
IC means interstitial cystitis.
What are some meal options for an Interstitial Cystitis diet?
One who has interstitial cystitis can eat many foods, as long as they do not contain trigger foods. These foods include drinks that contain caffeine, citrus fruits and hot peppers.
What are some interstitial cystitis symptoms?
Symptoms of interstitial cystitis vary by person, but can include pelvic pain, painful intercourse and a the need to urinate urgently/frequently. They symptoms may mimic those of a urinary tract infection.
Why would you be getting cystitis every time you are ovulating?
There are two types of cystitis - bacterial cystitis and interstitial cystitis. Bacterial cystitis is caused by an infection in the bladder and is usually a one off occurence. The cause of interstitial cystitis is unknown but it is recognised that it often gets worse during ovulation, although the reason for this is not fully understood. It is possible that this could be what you have although there are a lot of different conditions which have similar symptoms and your doctor would be the best person to advise you.
Who developed Elmiron a treatment for interstitial cystitis?
Elmiron was developed by a pharmaceutical company called Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. It is the only FDA-approved oral medication for the treatment of interstitial cystitis, a chronic bladder condition.
In a medical condition called Interstitial Cystitis have there been any side effects from aspartame that could cause this?
No. Aspartame does not cause Interstitial Cystitis. While the cause of this bladder disease is not known, nor is theire a cure for it, there has been great progress in the treatment of it.
What has the author Paul P Irwin written?
Paul P. Irwin has written: 'Interstitial cystitis'
Can interstitial cystitis kill someome?
Interstitial cystitis is not a life-threatening condition on its own. However, it can significantly impact a person's quality of life due to chronic pain and discomfort. It is important to seek medical treatment to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
What does the medical term interstitial mean?
The term "interstitial" refers to the space between tissues or cells in the body. In medicine, interstitial can describe conditions or diseases that affect or occur in these spaces, such as interstitial lung disease or interstitial cystitis.
How do you get interstitial cystitis?
The exact cause of interstitial cystitis is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of factors including bladder inflammation, a defective lining of the bladder, an overactive immune system, and nerve problems. It can also be triggered by certain foods, stress, and other chronic health conditions.
What is radiation cystitis?
Not sure about the "radiation" part. It could have a few different meanings. Cystitis though, is a bladder inflammation normally brought on by a urinary tract infection. Marked by urinary frequency, urgency and pain. Another kind of cystitis is interstitial which is chronic.
