Painful bladder syndrome, also known as interstitial cystitis, is characterized by chronic inflammation of the bladder wall, which can cause symptoms such as pelvic pain, urge to urinate, increased urination, and pain during intercourse.
Esta síndrome pode ser causada por infecções, doenças autoimunes ou outras condições, e o tratamento geralmente consiste no uso de medicamentos, modificações na dieta e no estilo de vida e adoção de certas medidas. Em casos mais raros, pode ser necessário realizar uma cirurgia.
- Symptoms that may occur in people with painful bladder syndrome include pelvic pain.
- Urgency to urinate.
- Increased urination.
- And need to wake up at night to urinate.
- In some cases.
- The woman may also experience pain during sex and pain in the vagina.
- Which worsens during her period.
- And in men.
- There may be pain or discomfort in the penis and scrotum.
What is causing this syndrome is not yet known, but it is believed to be related to the development of bacterial infections, which is one of the leading causes, autoimmune diseases, neurogenic inflammation and impaired epithelial permeability.
Treatment for painful bladder syndrome involves changing bad eating habits, which can help relieve symptoms triggered by highly acidic, spicy, potassium-rich foods. In addition, exercise, stress reduction, hot baths, caffeine reduction, alcoholic beverages and cigarette use also help relieve symptoms.
Physical therapy can help relax pelvic floor muscles in people with spasms.
Pharmacological treatment may involve the use of some of the following medicines:
Ultimately, if none of these treatment options are effective, surgery may be necessary.