Painful bladder syndrome
Also called: IC and Interstitial cystitis
A chronic, painful bladder condition.
- Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
It's often mistaken for a urinary tract infection (UTI), but there is no infection.
Symptoms include bladder and pelvic pain or pressure and a frequent urge to urinate.
Painful bladder syndrome is often difficult to treat. Therapies may include medications, physical therapy, and biofeedback. Antibiotics haven't been shown to help with painful bladder syndrome.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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