Interstitial cystitis / bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS)
- Education + trigger/behavior modification first
- Pelvic-floor physical therapy when tenderness is present
- Oral/intravesical options are individualized
- Amitriptyline is a common oral option
- Pentosan has retinal-toxicity concerns
- Refractory disease may need procedures/neuromodulation
Use at a glance
- Education + trigger/behavior modification first
Escalation / refractory disease
- Refractory disease may need procedures/neuromodulation
Practical pearls
- Oral/intravesical options are individualized
- Amitriptyline is a common oral option
Choosing treatment
- Pelvic-floor physical therapy when tenderness is present
Other practical pearls
- Pentosan has retinal-toxicity concerns
Self-check
- What is the first management step in Interstitial cystitis / bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS)?
Education + trigger/behavior modification.
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