Interstitial cystitis (IC) can cause persistent bladder pain, urgency, and frequent urination that disrupt daily life. For some patients, bladder instillation therapy offers a targeted treatment option. This therapy delivers medication directly into the bladder to help calm inflammation, support the bladder lining, and reduce irritation. By treating the bladder locally rather than systemically, bladder instillations may help patients manage chronic symptoms and support long-t

Burning and urgency do not always mean a urinary tract infection. Learn which conditions can mimic UTIs, why standard urine cultures may not tell the whole story in recurrent cases, and how to approach persistent symptoms with clarity instead of guesswork.