Interstitial cystitis (IC) or bladder pain syndrome (BPS) is a long-term health problem with the bladder.

It is a pain and pressure in the area around the bladder. Some people have symptoms for a long time, more than 6 weeks without infection or any other obvious cause.

The symptoms vary in how bad they are. Some people's symptoms come and go, while for others they stay the same. IC/BPS is not an infection, but it can feel like a bladder infection. When IC/BPS gets bad, it can affect your life and the lives of those you care about. Some people with IC/BPS also have health problems like IBS, fibromyalgia, and other pain syndromes.

There is no one perfect diet for IC/BPS, but there are certain foods and drinks that can trigger symptoms.

In this guide, we will cover the following topics in depth:

• What is interstitial cystitis?
• What causes interstitial cystitis?
• What are the symptoms of interstitial cystitis?
• How is interstitial cystitis diagnosed?
• Interstitial cystitis risk factors.
• Women and interstitial cystitis.
• Complications of interstitial cystitis.
• How to prevent interstitial cystitis?
• What are the medications for interstitial cystitis?
• Natural remedies and lifestyle changes for interstitial cystitis.
• A 3-step guide to managing interstitial cystitis through diet.

We hope you find this guide helpful and informative. So, let's get started!