Diagnosis and management of interstitial cystitis.

Susan Barr

Journal: Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America 2015;41(3):397-407

PMID: 25155121

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Abstract

Interstitial cystitis is a diagnosis of exclusion. The definition has expanded over the years to encompass painful bladder syndrome. It is disease state that is often delayed in its diagnosis and difficult to manage. Treatment options include oral and intravesical therapies as well as both minor and major surgical options. Also, a patient can improve symptoms by following self-management recommendations that focus on both diet and stress management. Treatment options should be periodically evaluated with validated questionnaires to insure they are improving the patient's symptoms, and a multidisciplinary approach is best to manage the patient.

Address: Division of Urogynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 West Markham, Slot 518, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].

DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2014.04.001

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MeSH Terms: Administration, Intravesical, Administration, Oral, Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic, Cystitis, Interstitial, Cystoscopy, Diagnosis, Differential, Humans, Pelvic Pain, Physical Examination, Practice Guidelines as Topic, United States