41. Interstitial Cystitis: Urgency And Frequency Syndrome - October 1, 2001 - Americ interstitial cystitis is a severely debilitating disease of the urinary bladder.Symptoms of interstitial cystitis include excessive urgency and frequency http://www.aafp.org/afp/20011001/1199.html

Advanced Search AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 64/No. 7 (October 1, 2001) Interstitial Cystitis: Urgency and Frequency Syndrome JULIUS F. METTS, M.D., University of California, Davis, School of Medicine Davis, California A patient information handout on interstitial cystitis, written by the author of this article, is provided on page 1212. A PDF version of this document is available. Download PDF now (8 page(s) / 78 KB). More information on using PDF files. P atients with irritative voiding symptoms and negative urine cultures frequently present a diagnostic challenge for primary care physicians. Interstitial cystitis is a severely debilitating disease of the urinary bladder. Symptoms of interstitial cystitis include excessive urgency and frequency of urination, suprapubic pain, dyspareunia and chronic pelvic pain. Interstitial cystitis interferes with employment, social relationships and sexual activity. The course of the disease is usually marked by flare-ups and remissions. Interstitial cystitis is a chronic disease that persists throughout the patient's life. On clinical evaluation, patients with interstitial cystitis should have no other definable pathology, such as urinary infections, carcinoma, or radiation-induced or medication-induced cystitis (Parsons CL. Interstitial cystitis, new concepts in pathogenesis, diagnosis and management. Presentation at 3rd annual meeting of the American Urological Association, June 4, 1998, San Diego, Calif.).

42. Interstitial Cystitis, Get Your Life Back! Developed by two patients of Dr. Matia Brizman, a Doctor of Acupuncture and practitioner of Chinese medicine. For patients suffering the ravages of IC, disease information, and hope for recovery from this disease. http://www.icaroadtorecovery.com

A Road To Recovery! So you have Interstitial Cystitis (IC); you have been told that there is no end to the suffering. You probably do not have a doctor who understands what you are going through, your symptoms are not improving and your daily life revolves around your bladder. You share your misery with others who have IC; they are empathetic and encouraging, but you have lost hope because you need more than just supportyou need to feel better. What if an answer existed? What if it were possible that you could actually be relieved of your symptoms? Would you want to investigate that possibility? This website has been developed to offer you the possibility of regaining control over your life. All we ask is that you read, learn and make your own informed decision. OUR MISSION - WHY WE CREATED THIS SITE! This website has been developed by two patients of Matia Brizman, a Doctor of Acupuncture and practitioner of Chinese medicine. We have taken it upon ourselves to get the word out to patients suffering the ravages of IC that there is hope out there; that there is someone who is consistently helping people by providing a treatment regimen that allows them to lead a better life. It has been a very frustrating task trying to inform people about the existence of Matia and about her in-depth knowledge of the disease and how her methods effectively treat IC in a healthy, logical way. We understand the resistance of people to something that is not mainstream, something that, in most cases, is dismissed by Western doctors as unproven, or not worth consideration. But then again, what in Western medicine has been proven to work to help all us desperate IC patients recover?

43. Interstitial Cystitis: A Bladder Problem - October 1, 2001 - American Family Phy People with interstitial cystitis have a bladder wall that is inflamed and People with interstitial cystitis may have many of the following symptoms http://www.aafp.org/afp/20011001/1212ph.html

Advanced Search AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 64/No. 7 (October 1, 2001) Please note: This information was as current as we could make it on the date given above. But medical information is always changing, and some information given here may be out of date. For regularly updated information on a variety of health topics, please visit familydoctor.org , the AAFP patient education Web site. An article on this topic is available in this issue of AFP Interstitial Cystitis: A Bladder Problem What is interstitial cystitis? Interstitial cystitis is a chronic bladder problem. About 750,000 Americans have interstitial cystitis. Most of them are women. People with interstitial cystitis have a bladder wall that is inflamed and irritated (red and sore). This inflammation can scar the bladder or make it stiff. A stiff bladder can't expand as urine fills it. There may be pinpoint bleeding from the walls of the bladder. A few people get sores in the bladder lining. People with interstitial cystitis may have many of the following symptoms: An urgent need to urinate, both in the daytime and during the night

44. Interstitial Cystitis Penn State Hershey Medical Center provides world class care and services to patients. http://www.hmc.psu.edu/healthinfo/i/interstitialcystitis.htm

45. Welcome To ICaction.com - Your Interstitial Cystitis Support Group Dedicated to bringing order and control to your life if the medical conditions labeled IC and/or chronic pelvic pain is your diagnosis. Find a FAQ's, links, a doctor's corner, and meeting dates and notes. http://www.icaction.com

Home Success FAQ Self-Help Links ... Contact Us Welcome to the Citrus Valley Interstitial Cystitis Support Group Website. This website is dedicated to bringing order and control to your life if the medical conditions labeled "Interstitial Cystitis" (IC) and/or chronic pelvic pain is your diagnosis. Your interest in the information offered by this website is based on the need to find direction in a wilderness of information about IC. Taking Control - The Challenge, The Partnership, The Commitment You are visiting the right website if: You know that your urinary tract pain and misery has been discounted, ignored, labeled neurotic, or plain crazy. You have been told that prayer is your only answer. You have been told to " Learn to live with it." You know the location of all the bathrooms in your area. You can't remember when you last slept through the night. You don't even mention sexual relations. You know depression has become a part of who you are. You feel no one understands, so you suffer in silence. You can't keep denying you have a problem.

46. Introduction: Interstitial Cystitis - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to interstitial cystitis as a medical condition including symptoms,diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/i/interstitial_cystitis/intro.htm

Home Symptoms Diseases Risks ... Diseases Search our medical database Subscribe to our free Newsletter sample Send this page to a friend Condition Lists By Organ By Symptom By Class By Prevalence ... List A-Z Current chapter: Interstitial cystitis Next sections Basic Summary for Interstitial cystitis Prevalence and Incidence of Interstitial cystitis Types of Interstitial cystitis Causes of Interstitial cystitis ... Symptoms of Interstitial cystitis Next chapters: Urinary tract infections Urinary tract infections (child) Urinary stones Vesicoureteral reflux ... Feedback Introduction: Interstitial cystitis Interstitial cystitis: Interstitial cystitis is an odd disease that is difficult to diagnose. It causes pain and irritation to the bladder and pelvic area, and thereby causes various urination symptoms. Its cause is unclear, but may be autoimmune, or perhaps only some cases are autoimmune. Diagnosis of IC is often by ruling out all other possible causes of bladder symptoms. Confirmation of a diagnosis is difficult, and the most compelling evidence for diagnosis is often from surgery and biopsy, rather than any specific urine or blood tests. Interstitial cystitis: Interstitial cystitis (IC), one of the chronic pelvic pain disorders, is a condition resulting in recurring discomfort or pain in the bladder and the surrounding pelvic region.

47. Interstitial Cystitis Association - Home ICA is a notfor-profit health organization dedicated to providing patient and physician educational information and programs, patient support, public awareness and research funding for IC. http://www.ichelp.com/

ABOUT THE ICA PRESS RELEASES FEATURE ARTICLES PHYSICIANS' RESOURCES ... OUR SPONSORS (and free sample offers) IC Terminology Guide ICA Resource Materials Guide Introducing... The ICA MONTHLY GIVING CLUB We know you want to help! And with the ICA Monthly Giving Club , we make it easier than ever to donate to the ICA . You can help the ICA, while enjoying monthly giving benefits like: Automatic deduction from your checking, savings or credit card account each month. Automatic membership in the ICA, including all of our INCREDIBLE member benefits. Knowing your monthly gift helps us have the resources we need each month to continue to give you and others the IC support, services and publications you have come to rely on. Join Today and Receive a Special Gift (Limited Time Offer) $10-$41 per month members: Receive our newest publication, titled Because You Care: Information about interstitial cystitis for family and friends of people with IC. $42 per month or higher members: Receive the ICA Library Collection four of our most popular books.

48. Introduction: Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to Autoimmune interstitial cystitis as a medical condition includingsymptoms, diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/a/autoimmune_interstitial_cystitis/intro.htm

Home Symptoms Diseases Risks ... Diseases Search our medical database Subscribe to our free Newsletter sample Send this page to a friend Condition Lists By Organ By Symptom By Class By Prevalence ... List A-Z Current chapter: Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis Next sections Basic Summary for Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis Glossary for Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis Next chapters: Autoimmune Diabetes Insipidus Autoimmune Endometriosis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Polychondritis ... Feedback Introduction: Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis: Autoimmune bladder inflammation. Contents for Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis: Basic Summary for Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis Glossary for Autoimmune Interstitial Cystitis Diseases Did we miss something? Please provide feedback or suggestions By using this site you agree to our . Information provided on this site is for informational purposes only; it is not intended as a substitute for advice from your own medical team. The information on this site is not to be used for diagnosing or treating any health concerns you may have - please contact your physician or health care professional for all your medical needs. Please see our IMPORTANT! Use of this site is subject to our

49. The Methodist Hospital - Data Not Available What it is, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. http://methodisthealth.com/cgi-bin/hmdim/home/healthTopic.do?pageTypeId=53689044

50. Health Report - 10/13/1997: Interstitial Cystitis This story is about a hidden painful and debilitating bladder problem whichaffects primarily women It is not to be confused with normal cystitis. http://www.abc.net.au/rn/talks/8.30/helthrpt/stories/s319.htm

Health Matters All in the Mind The Buzz Earthbeat ... Quantum Interstitial Cystitis Broadcast Monday 13 October 1997 with Summary: This story is about a hidden, painful and debilitating bladder problem which affects primarily women. It is not to be confused with normal cystitis. Transcript: Norman Swan: Now your letters are always welcome here on the Health Report and one particularly sparked my interest recently. It came from Diane Turner in Warragul, Victoria who asked us to cover the hidden, painful and debilitating problem of interstitial cystitis. Since it primarily affects women (and isn't by the way to be confused with normal cystitis), I went to Dr Helen O'Connell. Helen is at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and is the only female urologist in Australasia. Dr O'Connell: Interstitial cystitis is a condition where the patients predominant symptom is bladder related discomfort. It's a non malignant, non infective condition which may be associated with changes that are apparent when you look at the bladder, but sometimes the bladder may appear absolutely normal, that the patient may be crippled with discomfort. Norman Swan: And what sort of discomfort do they complain of. What are the typical range of stories?

51. The Health Report: 11 April  2005  - Interstitial Cystitis This is a chronic painful bladder disorder and researchers in the US have madesome fascinating findings which may make it easier to understand the http://www.abc.net.au/rn/talks/8.30/helthrpt/stories/s1343423.htm

Health Matters All in the Mind The Buzz Earthbeat ... Quantum Mondays at 8.30am, repeated at 8.00pm with Norman Swan Interstitial Cystitis 11 April 2005 print This is a chronic painful bladder disorder and researchers in the U.S. have made some fascinating findings which may make it easier to understand the condition. Program Transcript Norman Swan: Let’s stay with cystitis but of another kind and one which can be extremely disabling and many would say incurable. It’s called interstitial cystitis and is under researched and probably under diagnosed. It’s said that it can take years for a woman to discover the reason for her symptoms. One person who does study interstitial cystitis is Susan Keay – she’s Professor of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. She and her colleagues have made some fascinating findings which could unlock this condition’s secrets. Susan Keay: The typical story is someone who notices an onset of symptoms very much like a urinary tract infection which is pain, increased urgency and increased frequency of urination. But when this patient goes to their doctor, the doctor often doesn’t find any evidence of a urinary tract infection and not only does he not find evidence even if they try empiric antibiotic therapy generally speaking it’s not helpful and it never is curative as far as we can tell, even if it does help alleviate the symptoms slightly. So that’s part of the difference between interstitial cystitis and a urinary tract infection. The other difference is when it presents these women rather than having pain as they’re passing their urine which is typically what we find for a urinary tract infection, urination actually relieves the pain, it’s bladder filling that causes the pain in patients with interstitial cystitis.

52. Interstitial Cystitis / Painful Bladder Syndrome In depth look at interstitial cystitis and its causes, types, diagnosis and treatment. http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/urolog/pubs/cystitis/cystitis.htm

Email To A Friend Home : Interstitial Cystitis / Painful Bladder Syndrome Interstitial Cystitis / Painful Bladder Syndrome On this page: What is IC / PBS? What causes IC? How is IC / PBS diagnosed? What are the treatments for IC / PBS? ... For More Information What is IC / PBS? Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a condition that results in recurring discomfort or pain in the bladder and the surrounding pelvic region. The symptoms vary from case to case and even in the same individual. People may experience mild discomfort, pressure, tenderness, or intense pain in the bladder and pelvic area. Symptoms may include an urgent need to urinate (urgency), a frequent need to urinate (frequency), or a combination of these symptoms. Pain may change in intensity as the bladder fills with urine or as it empties. Women's symptoms often get worse during menstruation. They may sometimes experience pain with vaginal intercourse. Because IC varies so much in symptoms and severity, most researchers believe that it is not one, but several diseases. In recent years, scientists have started to use the term painful bladder syndrome (PBS) to describe cases with painful urinary symptoms that may not meet the strictest definition of IC. The term IC / PBS includes all cases of urinary pain that can't be attributed to other causes, such as infection or urinary stones. The term interstitial cystitis, or IC, is used alone when describing cases that meet all of the IC criteria established by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

53. Interstitial Cystitis - Mens Health: Health And Medical Information About Mens H Mens Health medical information on impotence, heart disease, prostate and coloncancers and hair loss. http://www.medicinenet.com/interstitial_cystitis/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home Men's Health Home Page > Interstitial Cystitis Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next Interstitial Cystitis What is interstitial cystitis (IC)? What are the types of IC? What is the cause of IC? What are the symptoms of IC? ... Are there any special concerns? What is interstitial cystitis (IC)? The urinary system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The kidneys, a pair of purplish-brown organs, are located below the ribs toward the middle of the back. The kidneys remove liquid waste from the blood in the form of urine, keep a stable balance of salts and other substances in the blood, and produce erythropoietin , a hormone that aids the formation of red blood cells. Narrow tubes called ureters carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder, a triangle-shaped chamber in the lower abdomen. Like a balloon, the bladder's elastic walls relax and expand to store urine and contract and flatten when urine is emptied through the urethra. The typical adult bladder can store about 1 1/2 cups of urine. Adults pass about a quart and a half of urine each day. The amount of urine varies, depending on the fluids and foods a person consumes. The volume formed at night is about half that formed in the daytime.

54. Interstitial Cystitis Causes, Signs, Symptoms, Diagnosis And Treatment On Medici interstitial cystitis signs and symptoms include urinating often, pelvic pain,pain during sex, and worsening pain before menstruation. http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=47438

55. Canada Interstitial Cystitis, Painful Bladder, Chronic Pelvic Pain & Overactive Provides current Canada interstitial cystitis support groups, national drug assistance, and disability programs. Includes patient handbook, and drug glossary. http://www.canadaic.com

Our Services Patient Handbook ICN Canada Newsletter ICN Clinical Resources ICN Survey Center ... Just for Men Participate Now! Canada IC Message Boards - Join patients from Canada chatting daily ICN Message Boards - Join more 5,000 thousand patient chatting daily in our interstitial cystitis message boards. ICN Support Chats Meet the IC Expert Guest Lectures - The only lecture series now available on the web. We've featured many of the best clinicians and researchers in the world! Read their transcripts today. - Review hundreds of questions and answers on interstitial cystitis submitted to our distinguished panel of lecturers. Research Resources The ICN Library Drug Glossary ICN Industry Newsroom CME's International Resources ICN WORLD CENTER Int'l Physician Listings Int'l Drug Glossary Int'l IC Patient Network CIRC Links Welcome Site Map What's New on the CICRC Sign Up For Our Newsletter ... IC Lifestyles Kid's Guide to IC

56. UroToday - Interstitial Cystitis Information on prevalence and epidemiology, treatment, diagnosis and etiology of interstitial cystitis. http://www.urotoday.com/prod/contents/interCys/index.asp?cat=interCys

57. Interstitial Cystitis Detailed information on interstitial cystitis, including cause, symptom, diagnosis,and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_urology/intersti.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Bladder Cancer Erectile Dysfunction Female Pelvic Medicine and Surgery ... WHY CHOOSE UVA Search This Site Interstitial Cystitis What is interstitial cystitis (IC)? Interstitial cystitis (IC) is complex, chronic disorder characterized by an inflamed or irritated bladder wall. It can lead to scarring and stiffening of the bladder, decreased bladder capacity, and glomerulations (pinpoint bleeding). IC may also be known as: painful bladder syndrome frequency-urgency-dysuria syndrome What causes IC?

58. T H E A N G R Y B L A D D E R Created and maintained by a woman with interstitial cystitis. Offers an introductory look at living with IC, mixed with gentle humor. http://www.theangrybladder.com

@import url(css/site.css); /*IE and NN6x styles*/ Welcome to The Angry Bladder . This site is partly my personal ongoing story on living with Interstitial Cystitis and partly a resource for others who also suffer from this annoying and debilitating disease. The name pretty much speaks for itself - I am angry that there is no cure for this yet. I am angry that many doctors still don't know or won't admit that IC exists. I am angry that I got stuck with a disease that makes it hard to live a "normal" life. What you will find on this site is lots of opinion - this site it not sponsored by anyone so I have no qualms telling the skinny on things that have or have not worked for me. Do not get discouraged by my results. IC is very personal and everyone reacts differently. What doesn't work for me may work for you and vice versa. What you won't find on this site is a bunch of "weeping" or sad women graphics. I am attempting to show that it is possible to still retain your sense of humor even while dealing with pain or discomfort on a daily basis. There are no victims here. This site will be changing on as regular a basis as I find time. In the meantime, if you'd like to help by contributing stories, etc, please let me know. I am based out of DC, so if any of you out there would like to think about starting a local support group let me know. Thanks. Email me here at

59. ELMIRON And Interstitial Cystitis Information ELMIRON® (pentosan polysulfate sodium) is indicated for the relief of bladderpain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis. http://www.orthoelmiron.com/

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60. Cystitis Research Center Dedicated to helping interstitial cystitis patients, or those having chronic bladder problems such as pelvic pain, urinary frequency, burning, urethral symptoms, or urgency and pressure. Find new patient, doctor, and laboratory information, research and diagnosis and monitoring details. http://luna.moonstar.com/~crc/

Contact Information: 705 Dakota Dr. Apt. 201 Rapid City, SD 57702 Cystitis Research Center - Welcome - May 3rd, 2005 After many years of culturing and testing patients Dr. Fugazzotto announces that he will no longer be able to provide these tests. He recommends that you read the "Diagnosis and Monitoring" page to find other locations that provide similar testing This site is dedicated to helping Interstitial Cystitis patients, or those who suspect they may have IC, or those having chronic bladder problems such as pelvic pain, urinary frequency, burning, urethral symptoms, or urgency and pressure. Dr. Paul Fugazzotto The intestinal bacilli recovered in the conventional colony count method of culture and diagnosis mature six times faster than the infecting COCCUS strains which are also present in the cases of cystitis. These bacilli mask the appearance of the cocci on the agar plates. The broth culture screen exposes all of the damaging elements present in the patient's body. From this culture the laboratory personnel can separate out the index organisms for appropriate remedy. The specific technology for this requires no less than four (4) days of processing by personnel academically experienced in pathogenic microbiology. All medical labs are equipped and capable of performing the above testing. Dr. Fugazzotto wishes to point out that two labs in Northern VA do an approximated version of this test, but this should not imply that they duplicate his procedures exactly. Dr. Fugazzotto has written down his procedures and this protocol is available from him upon request.

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