Surgical and Non-surgical Management of Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic bladder condition that causes pain and frequent urination. **Non-surgical management** includes lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, physical therapy, medications to relieve pain, and bladder instillations that deliver treatment directly into the bladder. **Surgical management**, though less common, may involve procedures like balloon dilation or bladder augmentation to increase bladder capacity and reduce symptoms. Urogynecology focuses on both approaches, aiming to improve quality of life through tailored treatment plans based on individual symptoms and severity.