How To Get Rid Of Interstitial Cystitis ( IC) Symptoms Naturally

Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial Cystitis is a health condition in which the bladder wall gets irritated or inflamed. Interstitial Cystitis is a chronic disease that leads to stiffening of the bladder. IC leads to frequent and painful urination. IC is also known as Bladder Pain syndrome.


In Ayurveda, IC is known as ‘Ushna Vata’. According to Ayurveda, an imbalance of Vata and Pitta dosha are the main reasons for the development of IC. Accumulation of toxins in the pelvic area, urethra, and kidney causes IC symptoms. Vata governs the movement of our body. Apana Vata (a sub-type of Vata dosha) is located in the lower pelvic region and controls the elimination of urine, stool, menstrual blood, and reproductive fluids. Pitta dosha expresses the heat in the body. Burning sensation while urinating is the main symptom of aggravated Pitta dosha.

Symptoms Of Interstitial Cystitis

Symptoms of IC are different from one person to another. Frequent urination, severe pain in the pelvic area, pressure and pain in the bladder, etc.

• Feeling of frequent urination.
• Pelvic discomfort.
• Intermittent pain in the pelvis. .
• Pain during sexual intercourse.
• Pain between the vagina and anus in women, and pain between the scrotum and anus in men.
• Feels pressure and pain when the bladder fills up.

Various symptoms of Interstitial Cystitis are the urge to pee frequently, pelvic discomfort, and intermittent pain in the pelvis, pain during sexual intercourse, feel of pressure and pain when the bladder fills up, Pain between the vagina and anus in women, and pain between the scrotum and anus in men.

Ayurveda has natural ways to cure Interstitial Cystitis effectively by following a healthy diet and lifestyle recommendations, herbal remedies, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Causes Of Interstitial Cystitis

The exact causes of the development of Interstitial Cystitis are under research by experts. However, some general factors that contribute to the development of Interstitial Cystitis are:

• Allergies

  Allergies have direct relations with Interstitial Cystitis. People who suffer from IC are also affected with the symptoms of sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny nose. Certain food allergies also lead to Interstitial Cystitis. .

• Autoimmune disorders

  Autoimmune diseases are directly related to Interstitial Cystitis. IC as a result of autoimmune diseases mainly affects women more than men. Such a situation leads to discomfort or pain in the bladder and a need to urinate frequently and urgently.

• Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction

  Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction like suprapubic pain, urethral burning, urinary urgency, and frequency causes IC symptoms.

• Bladder trauma

  Bladder trauma is also known as defects in the lining of the urinary bladder that irritate. .

• Recurring bacterial infections

  Harmful bacterial infections lead to Interstitial Cystitis. Gardnerella vaginalis and Lactobacillus bacterias mainly cause IC symptoms. .

• Inflammation of pelvic nerves

  Inflammations in the nerves that carry bladder sensations lead to IC symptoms.

• Genetic susceptibility

  Studies have shown that IC would be passed from one generation to another generation. .

• Environmental factors

  Environmental factors like stress, spicy food, and smoking causes IC.

Various factors contribute to the development of IC such as genetic, environmental, inflammation of pelvic nerves, bladder trauma, recurring bacterial infections, pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, allergies, and autoimmune diseases.

Ayurvedic Formulations To Cure IC Symptoms

Ayurveda aims to treat a disease by finding the root cause of the disease. Ayurvedic formulations are prepared with a variety of powerful herbs. Herbs contain lots of medicinal properties. The correct proportion of herbal mix in the Ayurvedic formula ensures better results.

• Chandraprabha Vati

  Chandraprabha Vati is the best medicine to cure urination problems. The medicine contains more than 20 natural herbs. The prescribed dosage of medicine helps to get rid of inflammations in the pelvic area. Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water is advisable generally. .

• Chandanadhi Vati

  Chandanadhi Vati helps in preventing IC symptoms by controlling urination, reduces inflammation and burning sensation. Natural ingredients contain in Chandanadi Vati are Shweta chandana (Santalum album), Maricha (Piper cubeba), Gandha biroja satva (Pinus longifolia sap), Kattha (Acacia catechu), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Rala (Vateria indica extract), Karpura (Cinnamomum camphora), Chandana taila (Sandalwood oil) and Daruharidra (Berberis aristata). Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water is advisable.

• Punarnava Mandur

  The herbal combinations and their medicinal properties help to pacify Vata and Pitta Dosha. Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water is the ideal dosage.

• Varunadi Vati

  The herbal combinations in Varunadi Vati are Varun (Crataeva nurvala), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), and Shuddha guggulu (Comniphera mukul). Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water is advisable. Varunadi Vati helps in preventing inflammations and urine retention. .

• Boswellia Curcumin

  The major ingredients of Boswellia Curcumin are the extracts of Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin ( Curcuma longa). Boswellia Curcumin is rich in anti-inflammatory properties and provides relief from inflammation in the pelvic area and other symptoms associated with interstitial cystitis. One capsule twice a day with plain water is advisable.

Certain Ayurvedic medicines can effectively treat IC symptoms. They are Boswellia curcumin, Varunadi Vati, Punarnava Mandur, Chandanadhi Vati, and Chanderprabha Vati. Before using any Ayurvedic medicines, please take the advice of your Ayurvedic doctor, especially if you are undergoing any treatments.

Ahara And Vihara Tips To Get Rid Of IC (Diet And Lifestyle)

A healthy diet and lifestyle have a positive impact on curing IC symptoms.

Ahara ( Diet) recommendations

• Avoid deep-fried and spicy foods.
• Avoid intake of sugar and sugar products.
• Control the consumption of citrus fruits.
• Include more nuts and seeds in your diet.
• Include more fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet. .
• Avoid coffee and tea.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages.

Vihar (Lifestyle) recommendations

• Practice controlled breathing exercises for stress reduction.
• Use warm compresses to apply in the lower abdomen.
• Practice bladder retraining is a fine remedy to cure IC symptoms.
• Practice yoga and low-impact aerobics to prevent IC symptoms. .
• Wear comfortable clothes.

Healthy diet and lifestyle tips can cure IC symptoms positively.

Conclusion

All the information mentioned above was collected from various Ayurvedic resources. Always get the advice of your Ayurvedic practitioner before starting self-medication.