
Category: Cystitis
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Best Supplements to Support Bladder Health
Bladder health is often overlooked until a problem arises, yet a healthy bladder is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life. Many factors can…
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What’s the safest way to clean intimate areas with IC?
Interstitial Cystitis (IC) presents unique challenges when it comes to personal hygiene, particularly cleaning intimate areas. Traditional methods often exacerbate symptoms like burning, frequency, and…
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How to adjust your fitness routine to avoid bladder irritation
Bladder irritation can be a surprisingly disruptive force in maintaining a consistent fitness routine. For many, the discomfort – ranging from urgent need to frequent…
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Why some flares happen even after drinking enough water
The persistent question of why flares happen despite adequate hydration is one many people grapple with, often leading to frustration and confusion. We intuitively link…
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Are there safer intimate practices for people with IC?
Interstitial cystitis (IC) – also known as painful bladder syndrome – is a chronic condition characterized by bladder pressure, bladder pain, and sometimes pelvic pain.…
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What to know about bladder nerve sensitivity in women
Bladder nerve sensitivity, often referred to as hypersensitivity, is an increasingly recognized issue impacting women’s quality of life. It’s far more than just “having a…
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How to differentiate between overactive bladder and IC
Urinary frequency, urgency, and pelvic pain are common complaints that can significantly impact quality of life. Often, these symptoms lead individuals on a frustrating diagnostic…
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Can trauma cause hypersensitivity in the urinary tract?
Trauma, in its multifaceted forms, extends far beyond emotional and psychological wounds. Increasingly, research reveals intricate connections between traumatic experiences and physiological responses throughout the…
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How stress hormones interact with bladder inflammation
Stress is an unavoidable part of life, experienced by everyone in varying degrees. While often perceived as a mental or emotional burden, stress profoundly impacts…
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What urologists wish you knew about urinary urgency
Urinary urgency – that sudden, compelling need to rush to the bathroom – is an incredibly common experience. Most people encounter it occasionally, perhaps after…