Directory of Interstitial Cystitis Resources

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Interstitial Cystitis is a chronic inflammation of the bladder wall. Its cause is unknown and so is its cure. Common cystitis is a urinary tract infection caused by bacteria and is usually successfully treated with antibiotics. Unlike common cystitis, Interstitial Cystitis is believed not to be caused by bacteria, and it does not respond to conventional antibiotic therapy. Interstitial Cystitis can affect people of any age, race or sex. According to the RAND epidemiological study released in Spring 2009, an estimated 3 to 6 million women in the USA suffer from symptoms.

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Resources in This Category

• Confident Choices: Nutrition Education for IC Patients

  http://www.ic-diet.com/
  Created by a registered dietitian.

• European Society For the Study of IC - ESSIC

  http://www.essic.eu/index.html
  A professional research organization dedicated to interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome in Europe.

• International Painful Bladder Foundation

  http://www.painful-bladder.org/
  Provides coverage for urological conferences, with research summaries.

• Mayo Clinic - Interstitial Cystitis

  http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/interstitial-cystitis/basics/definition/con-20022439
  Offers a concise description of the diagnosis, symptoms, causes, risk factors, therapies and self-help strategies for interstitial cystitis.

• The Cystitis and Overactive Bladder Foundation

  http://www.cobfoundation.org/
  Information about the conditions, message boards, fundraising activities, and membership details. United Kingdom.

• WebMD - Interstitial Cystitis

  http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2055505-overview
  A course for medical professionals seeking to earn continuing medical education credits. Author Eric Rovner MD.

• Wikipedia - Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome

  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interstitial_cystitis
  A comprehensive summary of interstitial cystitis and painful bladder syndrome, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Includes references.

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