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My wife doesn't care about sex. is it because she has interstitial cystitis?

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Communicate: Interstitial cystitis isn't the whole answer though it make make for some discomfort. This kind of problem can be a disaster for a marriage. I would urge the two of you to get with your personal physician, speak with him/her together, then separately. If marriage counseling is an option, please choose a wise guide. Best wishes and I hope that the situation can be remedied.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/26/2014

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