Maxime Vallée, MD, a urologist at Poitiers University Hospital in Poitiers, France, used a session dedicated to recurrent cystitis (RC) at the French Urology Association's 2023 conference to set out ...

The human body hosts a diverse array of microorganisms that maintain a delicate balance crucial for overall health. This microbial harmony can be disrupted by factors like infections, aging, and ...

A dendrogram based on pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) of 14 E. coli patient samples showed seven pairs of strains with a clonal similarity of more than 89%, and four pairs were 100% identical.

Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a bladder condition characterized by urgency and pain. Inflammation of the bladder’s walls causes it. While unofficial, doctors often refer to stages of IC. IC is a ...

Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition where the bladder is more sensitive than usual. Health experts indicate that it is not a life threatening condition, so it will not impact someone’s life ...

Dietary management can be an effective treatment plan for interstitial cystitis. Experts recommend avoiding potential triggers such as caffeine and citrus juices. However, trigger foods may vary for ...

Question: I’ve started needing to go to the bathroom much more frequently, especially at night. Is this just part of getting ...

Few things derail your day as quickly as the sharp sting of cystitis. For some women it’s a rare annoyance, but for many it’s a recurring battle that leaves you feeling sore, exhausted and anxious ...