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When you live with interstitial cystitis (IC), every day can feel a little different. Keeping a simple symptom log  can help you notice what makes your symptoms better—or worse—over time. You don’t need fancy tools or long notes. Just a few quick lines each day can make a real difference in understanding your body. How to Start a Symptom Log for IC (Simple Daily Steps) Step 1: Choose how you’ll log Pick what feels easiest for you: A notebook or journal The notes app on your p

Introduction When you live with chronic pain from Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS), it can sometimes feel like...

Introduction If you live with Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS), you’ve probably discovered how challenging it...

Introduction If your doctor suspects Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS), they may recommend a cystoscopy . Just...

Introduction One of the most frustrating parts of living with Interstitial Cystitis (IC), also called Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS), is not...

Introduction If you live with Interstitial Cystitis (IC), you know the dread of a flare. One day your symptoms feel manageable, and the...

Introduction Getting to a diagnosis of Interstitial Cystitis (IC), also called Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS), can be a long and frustrating...

Introduction If you’re living with Interstitial Cystitis (IC), you already know how much food can impact your bladder. One meal can feel...

Interstitial Cystitis (IC), also known as Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS), is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide—yet it’s often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and overlooked.