Abstract

ABSTRACT Interstitial cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) is a chronic debilitating condition with increasing incidence globally. Despite of regular update of guidelines by different regulatory bodies still there is a lack of consensus regarding the definition. It is still under reported in India. A single, standardised reporting method would help clinicians to understand and communicate best treatment options to these patients. The purpose of this article is give an overview of the current guidelines regarding diagnosis and management of this disease.