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Causes Of Cystitis
Noninfectious cystitis is irritation of the bladder that is not caused by a
Alternative Names
Abacterial cystitis; Radiation cystitis; Chemical cystitis; Urethral syndrome - acute
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Noninfectious cystitis is most common in women of childbearing years. The exact cause of noninfectious cystitis is often unknown. However, it has been associated with the use of bubble baths, feminine hygiene sprays, sanitary...
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Interstitial Cystitis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Since doctors do not know the cause of interstitial cystitis, there is no way to prevent it. In people who already have been diagnosed... Read more »
Interstitial cystitis (IC)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Interstitial cystitis is a long-term (chronic) inflammation of the bladder wall. Alternative Names Cystitis - interstitial; IC ... Read more »
Bladder Infection (Cystitis)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A bladder infection, also called cystitis, is caused by an abnormal growth of bacteria inside the bladder, the balloon-like organ that... Read more »
Recurrent cystitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Recurrent cystitis consists of at least 2 infections of the bladder in 6 months, or 3 infections in 1 year. It is confirmed by tests that show the... Read more »
Cystitis: acute bacterial
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Acute cystitis is a bacterial infection of the bladder or lower urinary tract. Acute means sudden or severe. See also: Interstitial... Read more »
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