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The condition of Interstitial cystitis is a chronic disease of urinary bladder. This condition causes inflammation along with constant or occasional discomfort in the bladder. The symptoms will give you an impression of some bacterial infection but these are entirely different from any bacterial infection. Although, they can be easily treated with antibiotics.
Symptoms Of Interstitial Cystitis:
The symptoms of interstitial cystitis includes:
- Frequent urination
- Urgent need to urinate
- Pain in pelvic region
- Mild irritation or intense pain
- Pressure or tenderness
Causes Of Interstitial Cystitis:
The cause of interstitial cystitis are still not properly known. There is a thought that a breakdown in the epithelium can enable toxins of the urine to penetrate into the bladder which results in irritation, inflammation and inability to hold urine for a longer time. Then, antiproliferative factor also appears to interfere with the normal growth of epithelial lining inside the bladder wall.
Treatment Of Interstitial Cystitis:
No particular cure for this condition has not been found till now. Only few changes in lifestyle can bring about some kind of relaxation. The restriction on your diet, and medications and surgery are the few treatments which can bring about some relief. Changes in the diet includes reduction in food containing potassium, acid rich foods, spices and beverages. There is a process called Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in which pulses are send through the skin to stimulate bladder nerves. This process increases the flow of blood to bladder, strengthen pelvic muscles and gives relieve from pain.
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