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  • Pain Medicine
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is a challenging pelvic pain disorder.
  • IC/BPS frequently co-occurs with other pelvic pain conditions, complicating diagnosis.
  • The precise mechanisms driving IC/BPS symptoms require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of IC/BPS pathophysiology.
  • To highlight diagnostic challenges and treatment limitations.
  • To emphasize the importance of early intervention in IC/BPS.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pathophysiology and treatment efficacy.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria and comorbidities.
  • Examination of current treatment guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Growing understanding of peripheral and central mechanisms in IC/BPS.
  • Limited FDA-approved treatments with suboptimal durable efficacy.
  • Need for further research into the longitudinal course of IC/BPS.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis and intervention in IC/BPS are critical.
  • Effective treatments are needed to address suboptimal outcomes.
  • Reversible neural changes underscore the urgency of timely management.