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| | New Survey Sheds Light on Mistaken Identities of Interstitial Cystitis |
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date: Aug 22nd 2006 10:05
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Few women agree about what is considered a normal number of trips to the bathroom, and more than half (53 percent) do not recognize that urinary frequency and urgency could be a symptom of IC.
This survey shows that while many women think they know about their bladder health, there s still a lot of confusion about what s normal. For example, if a woman continues to be diagnosed with UTIs and her symptoms keep returning despite treatment, she shouldn t hesitate to ask her doctor about the possibility of IC, says Dr. Minkin. This survey also underscores the need for greater education so that IC is considered earlier in the diagnostic process and women can receive the treatment they need to relieve their painful symptoms.
IC has traditionally been difficult to detect because there is no definitive test for the condition however, once diagnosed, it can be successfully managed and symptoms can start to be relieved. A multi-faceted treatment approach may provide the greatest symptom control for people with IC. Components of this approach include ELMIRON® (pentosan polysulfate sodium), the only FDA-approved oral medication to relieve the bladder pain or discomfort associated with the condition. ELMIRON® acts as the foundation of IC therapy and can be coupled with dietary modifications, lifestyle changes and physical therapy. Other medications, such as therapies to ease and control pain, reduce night-time bathroom visits, aid in sleep and block the effects of allergens, may also benefit IC patients. For more information on IC symptoms, treatment options and a tool help locate a physician specifically trained to treat IC, please visit www.AllAboutIC.com.
About ELMIRON®
ELMIRON® is indicated for the relief of bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis. While the mechanism of action is not fully understood, ELMIRON® is thought to adhere to and help reinforce the bladder s protective layer and may act as a buffer, preventing irritants from reaching the bladder wall. A scientific study showed that ELMIRON® relieves pain/discomfort in 61 percent of IC patients who took ELMIRON® for three months. Additional relief of pain/discomfort can also be seen by six months. Relief is gradual. The clinical value and risks of continued treatment in patients whose pain has not improved by six months is not known.
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