Have pain in the bladder region? Feel the urge to urinate frequently?
It might be Interstitial Cystitis disease and a visit to your doctor for diagnosis might be best. IC is also known as Bladder Pain Syndrome and can be mild to severe. Today, we will explore Interstitial Cystitis treatment available for this painful nuisance to our health system.
What are the treatments of Interstitial Cystitis Disease?
There is no specific cure available for IC/BPS. However, medically, it's possible to treat it through various treatments, including Interstitial Cystitis medication, dietary changes, Interstitial Cystitis therapies, etc.
Here are some vital Interstitial Cystitis treatments:
- Dietary changes to control acidic flare-ups
- Exercise and physical activity to reduce IC/BPS syndrome
- Stress management
- Interstitial Cystitis therapies for relaxing pelvic muscles
- Bladder retraining to increase the time between bathroom breaks
- Oral Interstitial Cystitis medication, including heartburn medication, antidepressants, and hydroxyzine, to reduce IC/BPS symptoms.
- Bladder instillation with a combination of medications, including dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), a numbing medication, and a steroid, to alleviate IC/BPS symptoms.
- Bladder stretching to increase the quantity of pee; it can hold and calm overactive nerves that communicate with the brain about pain in the bladder
- Nerve stimulation (IC) therapy to regulate frequent urges to pee and relieve abdominal pain to some extent
- Botulinum toxin injections to alleviate bladder pain and improve IC/BPS symptoms
- Invasive surgery for IC/BPS in severe conditions
Conclusion
Medical professionals might combine different interstitial cystitis treatments to alleviate your symptoms. Consult a professional immediately if there is intense pain in the bladder with a frequent urge to urinate. People in their 30s and beyond are easy prey to IC. Diseases do not come with appointments and drain your wealth. Secure your wellness journey with health insurance and live stress-free.
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