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Dec
Breaking the stigma around pelvic floor dysfunction
80% of patients who believe they have interstitial cystitis actually have something known as “pelvic floor dysfunction.” That's right. Pelvic. Floor. Dysfunction. No, your uterus is not falling. No, you are not too young to have thi...
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Dec
What Is Getting Diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis Mean?
Recently diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis and trying to figure out exactly what this really means? I get this question almost every day. Actually, truth be told, I get this question multiple times a day. The diagnosis of Interstitial cystitis can often be daunting...
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Dec
Suffering from Chronic Illness: 4 Essential Tips
Consider the term “chronic.” Often, it causes a tailspin. Why? The chronicity of anything, whether it be illness, pain, or injury implies longevity, and that can often lead of feelings of hopelessness or depression. Pelvic pain is often a chronic illness. Understandin...
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Dec
How to Make the Most Out of Your Appointment With Your Pelvic Pain Specialist
The truth: visiting the doctor's office can often be cumbersome and overwhelming. When you’re in pain, it’s an even more daunting experience. I’ve seen patients who have spent years trying to pin down the cause of painful periods, painful sex or unexplaine...
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