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I've lived in this area for three years and the worst part is finding a dr who REALLY knows about IC. HELP! If you know a good one in this area, please share!
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Re: IC treatment in Beaumont
Hi I replied to another thread but wanted to let you know that I live in Katy area which is about an hour or so away from Beaumont but have found a good Urologist here. This is her info:
Houston Female Urology
Dr Christina Pramudji
18400 Katy Freeway Ste 530
Houston TX 77094
281-717-4003Diagnosed via cysto/hydro 2/6/2015
Symptoms: frequency, urgency. uretha discomfort, mild bladder pain (a raw sore type feeling.)
CURRENT TREATMENTS:
IC Diet (2/15) , Elmiron 100-300mg (3/15-5/16) insurance issues switched to PPS-DR (5/16-present) 2 150mg capsules daily (pentosan polysulfate sodium same formulation in Elmiron) DH Aloe 3-6 capsules daily (3/15), Schiff Digestive Advantage probiotics 1 pill daily (3/15), Amitriptyline 25mg- (5/15-8/16)attempting to wean down due to suspected weight gain side effect. Hydroxydine 25-50mg as needed at bedtime (5/15) Quercetin 2 pills daily to help immune system and body inflammation. Cystoprotek 4 capsules daily (8/15). Prelief as needed.
USE DURING FLARES: Heating pad, ice packs for PFD, Vaginal Valium 10-20mg, Uribel, Pelvic floor stretches.
PAST TREATMENTS: PFD physical therapy (6/15-10/15) & Counseling for stress mgt (9/15-12/15) both very helpful. GNC brand progesterone cream (not sure if this made a difference). Too many different diets and herbs to list.
TRIGGERS: STRESS STRESS STRESS. BCP. Hormonal fluctuance (ovulation/period). Coffee, artificial preservatives and dyes.
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