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Interstitial cystitis

I was tested and have Interstitial cystitis which is just another gift that Fibromyalgia gives us. I don't have the pain when urinating but do have the frequency urges especially at night; as soon as I lay down the pressure is there and is still there immediately after I go to the bathroom. Does anyone know of something I can do to stop the pressure? I would love to get some sleep.
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Check out the resouces on www.ic-network.com.
There is a lot of advice and a great diet sheet as well.
All the best.
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i have IC too when it flares up i put a ice pack on my bladder. i'm taking elmiron which controls it. good luck
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I am taking Detrol to control the urinary urgency.  I was getting up several times at night also and it really is an annoying problem.

Here is the medication typically prescribed for your condition:

http://www.medicinenet.com/pentosan/article.htm

http://www.ichelp.org/

I hope you can get some relief soon.   Take care of yourself.
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