This demonstrates both the difficulty of diagnosis and how infrequently this condition is suspected. Many physicians still mistakenly consider interstitial cystitis a psychological problem. After these have been ruled-out, a cystoscopy is then performed. Sometimes, a biopsy of the bladder wall is helpful to confirm the presence of interstitial cystitis. There are no standard or consistently-effective treatments for interstitial cystitis.
Results vary from individual to individual.
A support group may provide you with answers to your questions. Some people respond well to simple treatments. Others may require extensive treatments and rarely surgery to relieve symptoms. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms suggestive of interstitial cystitis. This is an illustration of the female urinary tract.