INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

Interstitial cystitis is also unknown as painful bladder syndrome. Sufferers feel urination urges more often and with less urine than most people. Chronic bladder pressure can cause mild to severe pain. Felt in the surrounding pelvic area, it can cause pain during intercourse and produce sleeplessness. This condition most often affects women, worsens during menstration and has a significant impact on the daily routine.

AVAILABLE THERAPIES

Various oral medications can alleviate pain, relax the bladder and lessen urinary frequency. Several techniques can relieve muscle pressure through the stimulation of nerves. Bladder distention with water may provide relief. Surgery is a rare option, usually not used unless severe pain additional factors make it necessary. PRP treatments have been implemented to restore proper bladder function by its various healing properties.

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