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Things Can Get Better!
My name is Jann and I am 72. About 25 years ago I began having increased frequency of urination, sometimes as often as every 15 minutes. At this same time,…
IC Doesn’t Have Control Over My Life
My name is Amanda and I have had interstitial cystitis since I was 16 years old. I remember having a lot of pain in my hips and upper legs which…
You Are Not Alone
During my honeymoon in Mexico, the resort town where we were staying was slammed by a massive hurricane. The hotel was badly damaged and completely cut off – no power,…
Don’t Give Up!
First of all, let me acknowledge that I have not been officially diagnosed with IC. That said, I am sure I have had IC for the last four years. The…
There is Hope!
My name is Sarah Sorbel. I’m 31 and I live in Orange County, CA. In January 2008 I was diagnosed with IC, followed by endometriosis in April. I have lived…
On The Trail to Recovery
My name is Erica Welu and I live in Hill City, South Dakota. I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis in 2006 while living in Sioux Falls, SD. Bladder infections began…
I Know My Limitations
Twenty five years of IC has caused a lot of life changes. The most important lesson I’ve learned is that IC isn’t the most important thing in my life. When…
There’s No Better Advocate Than Yourself
My name is Marta and I suffered with interstitial cystitis and fibromyalgia and was on bed rest for years. After so much time spent in misery, I decided to do…