Interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic condition that causes pain, pressure, or burning in the bladder. It can also cause pelvic pain and can last for years or be lifelong. The pain can range from mild discomfort to severe and debilitating pelvic pain. Symptoms can vary from person to person and from episode to episode. They may worsen after consuming certain foods or drinks or during stressful times.
Interstitial Cystitis (IC) can cause a range of symptoms, including:
Discomfort and pain in your lower abdominal area.
Pressure and tenderness in your bladder and pelvic area.
Urgent need to urinate or frequent urination (often small amounts).
Pain intensity that changes as your bladder fills or empties.
For women, symptoms could become worse during your period.
TREATING INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS 
I’m so glad you share these symptoms with everyone and hope somebody can get answer to their pain. It’s been 6 years of side pain for me and I have had every test imaginable and they still don’t know why.
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It so frustrating that there has been very little progress in treating Interstitial Cystitis since I was diagnosed in 1995. I am sorry to hear that you have not gotten answers for why you have side pain. I know it must be difficult to deal with that pain.
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Thank you Michael, I’m sure it is very frustrating for you too with little progress.
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I keep hoping for a cure or at least an effective treatment.
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I hope so too for everyone that suffers with this disease.
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