3 Surprising Facts about Interstitial Cystitis (IC) 👉🏼Even though most people with IC don’t have lesions on the bladder, the symptoms are very real and can be very debilitating. Presence of Hunner’s lesions is not required for an IC diagnosis. 👉🏼There is no “IC diet.” Every person is different. If you have IC, it is best to figure out which foods or drinks (if any) affect you personally. 👉🏼Many researchers believe “chronic prostatitis” is actually IC. #interstitialcystitis #pelvicfloordysf

I recently found out I most likely have Interstitial cystitis. It’s hard to process, but I know this, too shall pass. 💙 #interstitialcystitis #interstitialcystitisawareness | Fighting for my Voice: My life with Verbal Apraxia

Bladder urgency is a common issue we treat in clinic. Here are some other things that can influence your symptoms and how to change them. Triggers for bladder urge can include: 🚰 The sound of running water ☕️ Drinks that contain caffeine like tea, coffee and hot chocolate 📆 Your menstrual cycle or the menopause as your hormones shift 🚽 Even the sight of the toilet❗️If you recognise these signs try: 👉 Neutralising your fluids, so avoid caffeine, alcohol and fizzy, diet and sugar-free drinks �

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