Topic:	Kidney and Urologic Diseases (KU)
Title:	Intestinal Cystitis - Painful Bladder Syndrome Checklist.
Author:	n/a
Source:	Female Patient. 31(3): 14. March 2006.
Availability:	Available from Female Patient. 7 Century Drive, Suite 302, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Website: www.femalepatient.com.
Abstract:	This single-page article provides a checklist that readers can use as they cope with the problem of painful bladder syndrome (PBS), also known as interstitial cystitis (IC). The author stresses that evaluation and treatment of bladder pain progresses step by step. The checklist provides a list of what to expect at each of six visits to a health care provider. The first visit includes diagnostic questions, a physical examination, laboratory tests, and a discussion of test results. The second visit includes more detailed tests, a discussion about management of PBS and IC, and planning for treatment, including dietary therapy, physical therapy, and medications (a list of common medications used is provided). The third and following visits are for progress review and have fewer items on their checklist. Readers are reminded that health care providers may differ in the specific approach to PBS and IC, but this checklist gives an overview of what to expect.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Urologic Diseases. Interstitial Cystitis. Pain. Bladder. Diagnosis. Diagnostic Tests. Symptoms. Therapy. Patient Care Management. Professional-Patient Relations.
Minor Keywords:	Urination Disorders. Diagnostic Tests. Cystoscopy. Behavior Modification. Drug Therapy. Bladder Dysfunction. Patient Selection. Patient Education. Diet Therapy. Physical Therapy.
Publication Number:	KUJA11503.
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