Procedures and Treatments:
Specialized Therapies
Bladder Instillations for Interstitial Cystitis
Medication instillation for relief of interstitial cystitis symptoms
Related Conditions
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Overview
Bladder instillations are targeted treatments for interstitial cystitis, involving direct placement of medications into the bladder via a catheter. Medications like dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), heparin, or lidocaine are used to reduce inflammation, pain, and urinary frequency, improving comfort and quality of life for patients with chronic bladder pain and irritation.
Conditions Treated
Interstitial Cystitis
Bladder Dysfunction
Who is it for?
For patients with interstitial cystitis suffering from pain and urinary frequency
Benefits
Provides direct relief for bladder pain, inflammation, and frequency, improving comfort and quality of life
How it Works
This treatment involves directly instilling medications (such as dimethyl sulfoxide or heparin) into the bladder to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and manage interstitial cystitis symptoms.
Duration
15-30 minutes
Recovery
Recovery is typically rapid; many patients feel better within a few days and can resume normal activities shortly after.
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