Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome is a debilitating condition of unknown etiology
characterized by persistent pelvic pain with lower urinary tract symptoms and comprises a …

The bladder is innervated by extrinsic afferents that project into the dorsal horn of the spinal
cord, providing sensory input to the micturition centers within the central nervous system …

It is well established that lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), particularly urinary urgency
and incontinence, cause stress and anxiety for patients. However, there is mounting …

Visceral pain is generally poorly localized and characterized by hypersensitivity to a
stimulus such as organ distension. In concert with chronic visceral pain, there is a high …

The etiology of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) remains elusive and may
involve multiple causes. To better understand its pathophysiology, many efforts have been …

Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is a debilitating disease that induces
mental stress, lower urinary symptoms, and pelvic pain, therefore resulting in a decline in …

Chronic psychological stress can affect urinary function and exacerbate lower urinary tract
(LUT) dysfunction (LUTD), particularly in patients with overactive bladder (OAB) or interstitial …

Exposure to psychological/mental stress can affect urinary function, and lead to and
exacerbate lower urinary tract dysfunctions. There is increasing evidence showing stress …

Endometriosis (ENDO) and interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) are chronic
pain conditions for which better treatments are urgently needed. Development of new …

Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) is a chronic disorder characterized by
pelvic and/or bladder pain, along with lower urinary tract symptoms that have a significant …