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Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial cystitis, also called bladder pain syndrome, is a chronic condition causing bladder pressure, pelvic pain, and a frequent, urgent need to urinate - often many times a day and night.

12 remedies

What it feels like

Persistent pelvic or bladder pain

Urgent, frequent need to urinate day and night

Pain that eases briefly after urinating

Discomfort during bladder filling

Flares triggered by certain foods, stress, or menstruation

When to get help

See a doctor to confirm the diagnosis and rule out infection or other causes, and if you have blood in your urine, fever, or pain that is severe or rapidly worsening.

WikiRemedy surfaces community experience, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional.

Bladder Training

Lifestyle · Limited

Bladder-Friendly Diet

Dietary · Limited

Pentosan Polysulfate

Pharma · Moderate

Quercetin

Natural · Limited

D-Mannose

Natural · No evidence

Heat Therapy

Lifestyle · Limited

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Therapy · Moderate

Aloe Vera

Natural · Limited

Amitriptyline

Pharma · Moderate

Hydroxyzine

Pharma · Limited

Acupuncture

Therapy · Limited

Stress Management

Lifestyle · Limited

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