3 to 8 Million Women
Have Symptoms of IC/BPS and/or Pelvic PainIt's NOT all in their head
Some women have undergone unnecessary hysterectomy in a desperate attempt to reduce their pain. They may see 5 to 7 doctors before receiving a correct diagnosis.1 to 4 Million Men
Struggle with bladder and/or pelvic painIt's NOT chronic prostatitis
Researchers now suspect that the millions of men diagnosed with chronic prostatitis actually suffer from IC/BPS or Pelvic Floor dysfunctionChronic Pelvic Pain
IC/BPS is a chronic pelvic pain syndromeFive Subtypes
Five distinct subtypes are found in IC patients. Determining a patients subtype will prioritize treatments and improve their treatment response.Spread The Word That IC & Bladder Pain Syndrome is Real And Treatable!
Are you’re struggling to figure out why you’re flaring? Have you ever met anyone else with IC? You are NOT alone! IC Awareness Month brings patients together to raise awareness about interstitial cystitis, bladder pain syndrome, hypersensitive bladder syndrome and chronic pelvic pain. All patients are invited to participate! Here’s how you can help!
You Are Not Alone – Get Support Today
Whether you are newly diagnosed a grizzled veteran, you do NOT have to take this journey alone. It’s important that you connect with others. Why? People who are socially connected have less anxiety, less depression and higher self-esteem. You have thousands of IC/BPS brothers and sisters who share your struggles and are willing to offer a shoulder and/or words of encouragement to you. You can find support in local IC, Bladder and/or Pelvic Pain support groups, through social networking and live meetings that you can participate from the comfort of your home.
- Live Support Group Meetings
- IC Organizations (US & International)
- On-line Support Forums (For private conversations not through social networking)
- Facebook Support Groups
- Local “In-Person” Support Groups
- How To Start A Support Group
- How To Submit Your Group Information
We Are Stronger Together!
LIVE IC Support Group Meetings
You are cordially invited to the IC Network live IC Support Group Meetings! This is your chance to ask questions, meet others and hear the latest research. They happen most Sundays each month, 1PM PST (4PM EST) barring holidays and fires. To get notices when they start, just subscribe to our YouTube channel or Like our FB page.