Question 1

started oral methotrexate 4 ctd.hematuria next day.resolved.also have interstitial cystitis but never hematuria.injec better choice 2 avoid bladder?

Accepted Answer

Do not be concerned!: Low dose mtx would not cause this in a day.  I have actually never seen this in my rheumatology practice. I believe your ic flared.

Question 2

i was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis many years ago via cystoscopy. my ua frequently shows small hematuria but rest is normal. due to the ic?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: the cause of the hematuria is the IC

Question 3

can intercourse cause an increase in microscopic hematuria the following day?  hx of interstitial cystitis.  have trace to small in urine most of time except 1st morning urines are normally negative.  today have small to moderate.  no wbcs or nitrate?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Intercourse can lead to microscopic tears that would result in the microscopic haematuria. repeat the test at another time and investigate if it persists

Question 4

i have interstitial cystitis and lupus. ua lately has been showing moderate blood in urine but no rbc. do i just assume it's from the ic?

Accepted Answer

Yes,most likely: advise check on urine protein , IC and SLE can go together. IC not assocoated with kidney damage but lupus ca. Strongly suggest 24 hour urine protein determination.

Question 5

have interstitial cystitis & am taking methotrexate weekly for another condition. 2 days after each dose, bladder hurts & trace blood in urine ?

Accepted Answer

Should not!: While reported, is is quite uncommon.  Since interstital cystitis is thought to be autoimmune, it might help, since it is secreted in the urine primarily.

Question 6

ua showed moderate blood in urine, but neg for rbc.urine was yellow/clear.specific gravity was >1.030.have lupus & interstitial cystitis.any concern?

Accepted Answer

Okay,...: Your UA is okay with good working ability of kidneys since urine specific gravity is hight at 1.030. More? Ask doctor timely for detail.

Question 7

could my lupus and inflammatory interstitial cystitis (which causes chronic hematuria) be related to each other? just curious. both cause inflammation

Accepted Answer

No: They are not related.

Question 8

how do you treat interstitial cystitis?

Accepted Answer

Treating IC: It depends on the degree/extent of the condition in an individual:  in mild cases aggressive hydration and avoidance of dietary "triggers" (potassium/spicy/acidic foods) may be enough.  "hydrodistention" is noted to stimulate repair in some pts.  The only fda approved medication is elmiron (pentosan).  Some patients respond to intravesical tx and some may lose the bladders.....

Question 9

what is interstitial cystitis caused by?

Accepted Answer

Breakdown in GAG: There is a breakdown in the gag layer of the bladder. Gag stands for glucoseaminoglycan and it is a  microscopic layer that is supposed to help with protection of the mucous layer of the bladder. There is a lot of research going into this area and there is a significant connection between interstitial cystitis and endometriosis.  Right now we are managing the symptoms as best we can. No cure yet!

Question 10

does cysta q work for interstitial cystitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: For some patients work as long as they stick with diet modification.

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Started oral methotrexate 4 ctd.hematuria next day.resolved.also have interstitial cystitis but never hematuria.injec better choice 2 avoid bladder?

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I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis many years ago via cystoscopy. my ua frequently shows small hematuria but rest is normal. due to the ic?

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Can intercourse cause an increase in microscopic hematuria the following day? hx of interstitial cystitis. have trace to small in urine most of time except 1st morning urines are normally negative. today have small to moderate. no wbcs or nitrate?

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I have interstitial cystitis and lupus. ua lately has been showing moderate blood in urine but no rbc. do i just assume it's from the ic?

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Have interstitial cystitis & am taking methotrexate weekly for another condition. 2 days after each dose, bladder hurts & trace blood in urine ?

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Ua showed moderate blood in urine, but neg for rbc.urine was yellow/clear.specific gravity was >1.030.have lupus & interstitial cystitis.any concern?

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Could my lupus and inflammatory interstitial cystitis (which causes chronic hematuria) be related to each other? just curious. both cause inflammation

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How do you treat interstitial cystitis?

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What is interstitial cystitis caused by?

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Does cysta q work for interstitial cystitis?

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