Tweet
Thinking you have IC? Please consider pelvic floor dysfunction as well...
Hey Everybody-
If you're at the point where you're not sure what you have going on down there or you've been recently diagnosed with IC I wanted to let you know about my story. I've been dealing with the symptoms of IC for over 2 years: pain, burning, frequent and burning urination, the whole nine yards. I also had pain with sex, but I tried to avoid that unlike the IC pain which was unavoidable and unbearable. I had seen many doctors and been on many meds. About 3 months ago my doctor suggested going to physical therapy for pelvic floor dysfunction. I was confused as to why I would go for that when it seemed like my problem was bladder related. Well it really helped. We're still not sure if I have IC or pelvic floor dysfunction (most likely both) but it helped a lot and I'm sure glad I went. So, I guess my suggestion is that you dont' limit yourself to one lane of thought. If you can, set an appt with a physical therapist and give it a try and see if it helps -- don't be discouraged by what seems like only bladder pain -- I don't want to see you guys go through the same thing I did! Best of luck everyone, you're in my prayers.
If you're at the point where you're not sure what you have going on down there or you've been recently diagnosed with IC I wanted to let you know about my story. I've been dealing with the symptoms of IC for over 2 years: pain, burning, frequent and burning urination, the whole nine yards. I also had pain with sex, but I tried to avoid that unlike the IC pain which was unavoidable and unbearable. I had seen many doctors and been on many meds. About 3 months ago my doctor suggested going to physical therapy for pelvic floor dysfunction. I was confused as to why I would go for that when it seemed like my problem was bladder related. Well it really helped. We're still not sure if I have IC or pelvic floor dysfunction (most likely both) but it helped a lot and I'm sure glad I went. So, I guess my suggestion is that you dont' limit yourself to one lane of thought. If you can, set an appt with a physical therapist and give it a try and see if it helps -- don't be discouraged by what seems like only bladder pain -- I don't want to see you guys go through the same thing I did! Best of luck everyone, you're in my prayers.
Comment