Interstitial cystitis (in-ter-stish-uhl sĭ-stī’tĭs), or as we call it, IC, is a condition that consists of recurring pelvic pain, pressure, or discomfort in the bladder and pelvic region.
Tips and tools to help interstitial cystitis (IC) patients manage IC symptoms, including lifestyle changes to over-the-counter IC products. The Interstitial Cystitis Association (ICA) is your comprehensive source of living with IC!
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ICA advocates for interstitial cystitis (IC) research dedicated to discovery of a cure and better treatments, raises awareness, and serves as a central hub for the healthcare providers, researchers and millions of patients who suffer with IC.
The ICA Board of Directors and staff were on Capitol Hill on February 11, 2026, to represent the patient voice and advocate for much-needed federal research funding for interstitial cystitis/bladder…