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Five Gynecologic Conditions Linked with Bladder Pain
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July 1, 2025
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IC/BPS involves pelvic pain lasting over six weeks.
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Common comorbid conditions include endometriosis, adenomyosis, vulvodynia, and sexual dysfunction.
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Overactive pelvic floor muscles affect up to 85% of IC/BPS patients.
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Hormonal changes can impact symptom severity.
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Multidisciplinary approaches are vital for effective management.
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An international team of researchers has identified five gynecologic conditions frequently coexisting with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS), advocating for multidisciplinary care in managing chronic pelvic pain. IC/BPS is characterized by persistent pelvic discomfort lasting over six weeks without identifiable causes, predominantly affecting individuals assigned female at birth. The identified comorbidities are endometriosis, adenomyosis, vulvodynia, female sexual dysfunction, and overactive pelvic floor muscles, highlighting shared inflammatory mechanisms. Treatment requires a collaborative approach among various healthcare professionals.
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1
IC/BPS involves pelvic pain lasting over six weeks.
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2
Common comorbid conditions include endometriosis, adenomyosis, vulvodynia, and sexual dysfunction.
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3
Overactive pelvic floor muscles affect up to 85% of IC/BPS patients.
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4
Hormonal changes can impact symptom severity.
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5
Multidisciplinary approaches are vital for effective management.
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