Painful bladder syndrome or interstitial cystitis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the bladder that causes pain, pressure, or burning in the bladder, often accompanied by urgency and increased urinary frequency.
The pain usually intensifies as the bladder fills and is partially relieved after urination, and it can persist over time, significantly affecting quality of life.
In many patients, this condition is associated with functional alterations of the pelvic floor, which can contribute to perpetuating pain and urinary symptoms, so its evaluation is part of a comprehensive and specialized approach.
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