How does IC differ from bacterial cystitis?
Bacterial Cystitis |
Interstitial Cystitis |
Frequency |
Frequency |
Urgency |
Urgency |
Burning pain during urination |
Relief during urination |
Bacteria in urine |
Sterile urine |
Symptoms relieved by antibiotics |
Symptoms not relieved by antibiotics |
Symptoms unrelated to bladder filling |
Pain and discomfort with bladder filling |