Interstitial cystitis is a health condition that causes bladder and pelvic pain, along with a frequent, often urgent, need to pee. Symptoms can come and go over time, and they may last for years. It’s also known as “bladder pain syndrome.”
Interstitial cystitis can affect people of any age and gender — though it’s more common in women. If you have bladder pain or need to pee a lot, you may be wondering: Could I have interstitial cystitis? If so, this quiz can help.
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Sarah Gupta, MDSarah Gupta, MD, is a licensed physician with a special interest in mental health, sex and gender, eating disorders, and the human microbiome. She is currently board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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