August, 2023 | cystiteinterstitielle

Tips for managing urinary urgency in public restrooms

Urinary urgency is one of the most common symptoms of a UTI. It can be an embarrassing and stressful experience, especially when you’re out in public and have to deal with urgent bathroom needs. But don’t let urinary urgency stop you from going out! With these tips for managing urinary urgency in public restrooms, you’ll be able to keep your lifestyle active while also treating your UTIs.

Don’t avoid using public restrooms.

Urinary urgency is a common problem for people with bladder weakness. The key to managing urinary urgency in public restrooms is knowing what to do when you need to use one. If you avoid using public restrooms, you will be more likely to have an accident.

It’s important not just for your health but also out of respect for others who may be waiting in line behind you or standing next to the sink while they wash their …

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Interstitial Cystitis & Recurrent Bladder Infections

August 21, 2023August 29, 2023 - by Mark Donald

Interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic condition that causes recurring pain in your bladder and pelvic area. Many people with IC also experience urinary urgency, pelvic pain and pressure, frequent urination and urinary tract infections.

While there’s no cure for IC, treatments can help reduce symptoms and make life easier to live. Here are answers to common questions about interstitial cystitis.

What is Interstitial Cystitis?

Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that causes painful bladder syndrome. It’s also known as painful bladder syndrome, or IC/PBS for short.

Interstitial cystitis can cause inflammation and irritation in the lining of your bladder (the organ that stores urine). This can lead to frequent urination, pain or discomfort when you urinate, pelvic pain and pressure, blood in your urine or the feeling that you need to pee even when there’s nothing left in your bladder.

If you have …

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Cystitis When Travelling

August 14, 2023August 29, 2023 - by Mark Donald

Travelling can be fun and exciting. You get to see new places, meet new people, and try new foods. However, for some people with interstitial cystitis (I.C.), these experiences can be painful or uncomfortable. I.C. is an inflammatory condition of the bladder that causes pain and pressure around the urethra or in the pelvic region in both men and women at any age

What is interstitial cystitis?

Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic condition that causes pain, pressure and discomfort in the bladder. It’s not caused by an infection or bacteria, nor is it related to a physical injury to the bladder.

IC can occur at any age but most commonly affects women between 30 and 50 years of age. The exact cause of IC remains unclear but there are certain risk factors associated with developing this painful condition including:

Sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia or gonorrhoea
Diabetes mellitus

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Treatment For Interstitial Cystitis

August 7, 2023August 29, 2023 - by Mark Donald

Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that affects the bladder, causing discomfort, pain and other symptoms. The latest treatment for interstitial cystitis is a combination of hydrocortisone and B-12. There are two forms of treatment for interstitial cystitis: oral antibiotics and intravesical instillation therapy (IVI).

The latest treatment for interstitial cystitis is a combination of hydrocortisone and B-12.

Hydrocortisone is a steroid, which means it helps reduce inflammation in your body. It’s often used to treat skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis and can also be prescribed to help with arthritis pain (though this isn’t recommended if you have asthma).

B-12 is a vitamin that helps keep the nervous system healthy by producing red blood cells; deficiency can lead to anemia–a condition where there are too few red blood cells circulating in your body–so if you’re taking …