Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Pain Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach

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Autor principal: Dr. Mazin Muneer Farhan
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contents <p><span lang="EN-US">This study aims to assessment the health outcomes of 110 Iraqi patients with Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Pain Syndrome where. This study examines the demographic characteristics, symptom severity, comorbid conditions, immune system profiles, treatment options, healthcare use, impact on employment, and quality of life of Iraqi patients diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS). The research aims to bridge knowledge gaps and provide useful information for clinicians, policymakers, and researchers. The findings will reveal the significant burden on the healthcare system and patients' socio-economic status, influencing work productivity and overall satisfaction. The cohort was heterogeneous, with a high prevalence of IC/BPS in both genders, and it was most common in the 30-50 years age bracket. The patients reported severe symptoms that included chronic pelvic pain (85%), urgency (90%), and frequency (95%), and caused great interference with daily activities. The occurrence of comorbid psychiatric illnesses such as depression (60%) and anxiety (55%) was also common. Immune profiling identified a profound inflammatory response in bladder tissues. Treatment protocols were variable, with the majority employing a protocol of multiple medications along with dietary modification. Patients reported large healthcare utilization, with frequent use of multiple providers, and reported a significant reduction in work activity and overall quality of life</span><span lang="EN-US">.</span></p>
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spellingShingle Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Pain Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Dr. Mazin Muneer Farhan
<p><span lang="EN-US">This study aims to assessment the health outcomes of 110 Iraqi patients with Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Pain Syndrome where. This study examines the demographic characteristics, symptom severity, comorbid conditions, immune system profiles, treatment options, healthcare use, impact on employment, and quality of life of Iraqi patients diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS). The research aims to bridge knowledge gaps and provide useful information for clinicians, policymakers, and researchers. The findings will reveal the significant burden on the healthcare system and patients' socio-economic status, influencing work productivity and overall satisfaction. The cohort was heterogeneous, with a high prevalence of IC/BPS in both genders, and it was most common in the 30-50 years age bracket. The patients reported severe symptoms that included chronic pelvic pain (85%), urgency (90%), and frequency (95%), and caused great interference with daily activities. The occurrence of comorbid psychiatric illnesses such as depression (60%) and anxiety (55%) was also common. Immune profiling identified a profound inflammatory response in bladder tissues. Treatment protocols were variable, with the majority employing a protocol of multiple medications along with dietary modification. Patients reported large healthcare utilization, with frequent use of multiple providers, and reported a significant reduction in work activity and overall quality of life</span><span lang="EN-US">.</span></p>
title Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Pain Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15530237