u/maddawgg711

I was recently diagnosed with IC. I’ve been working on tracking my diet, so I can try to narrow down what causes my flare ups.

Today I had a safe breakfast and was feeling good. Right before lunch, I started having some pain. I figured it was due to my work pants since I haven’t really eaten anything. It got pretty bad so I took some azo. Currently waiting on that to kick in.

Can anyone else relate? Is there any solution? Do I have to avoid tighter clothes at all costs?

Also, this is not the first time I’ve noticed this with tight clothes. I can no longer wear spandex shorts, leggings, etc.

Please let me know your thoughts and experiences. I just got diagnosed and simply cannot live without a resolution.

Hi, I’m 22F and I’ve been dealing with ongoing urinary symptoms since around December.

It feels like irritation/burning in my urethra/bladder, especially during and after peeing. Sometimes it lingers and just feels uncomfortable overall. AZO helps some, but it doesn’t fully go away.

I’ve had:
Urine culture (negative)
Ultrasound (normal)
Told I have a retroverted uterus
No infections found

I’ve noticed that tight clothes (like leggings/shorts) seem to make it worse or trigger more discomfort.

I’ve also noticed:
Worse acne recently
Stronger underarm odor
Been on Kariva birth control for years, doctor suggested switching to Nextstellis

I’ve tried drinking more water and wearing looser clothes, but it’s still happening. Has anyone had something similar and figured out what it was or what helped?

Hi, I’m 22F and I’ve been dealing with ongoing urinary symptoms since around December.

It feels like irritation/burning in my urethra/bladder, especially during and after peeing. Sometimes it lingers and just feels uncomfortable overall. AZO helps some, but it doesn’t fully go away.

I’ve had:
Urine culture (negative)
Ultrasound (normal)
Told I have a retroverted uterus
No infections found

I’ve noticed that tight clothes (like leggings/shorts) seem to make it worse or trigger more discomfort.

I’ve also noticed:
Worse acne recently
Stronger underarm odor
Been on Kariva birth control for years, doctor suggested switching to Nextstellis

I’ve tried drinking more water and wearing looser clothes, but it’s still happening. Has anyone had something similar and figured out what it was or what helped?