Find Your Ideal Interstitial Cystitis Management Strategy

Idyllic via DISCORD

Created 7/10/2024

Interstitial cystitis can be challenging, but with the right management strategies, you can improve your quality of life. This quiz is designed to help you discover the most effective ways to manage your symptoms based on your personal preferences and lifestyle.

1. How severe are your interstitial cystitis symptoms currently?

Intense pain that is constant and debilitating

Mild discomfort that comes and goes

Severe pain that disrupts daily activities

Moderate pain that is often present but manageable

2. Which of the following best describes the symptoms you experience?

Combination of all the above

Frequent need to urinate

Bladder pain or pressure

Persistent urgency to urinate

3. What treatments are you currently using for interstitial cystitis?

No treatments at the moment

Alternative therapies (e.g., acupuncture)

Prescription medications

Over-the-counter pain relief

4. How would you describe your lifestyle?

Moderately active with occasional exercise

Very active with regular exercise

Sedentary with minimal physical activity

Stressful and chaotic

5. Do you follow any special dietary guidelines?

I avoid certain foods and drinks that trigger my symptoms

I try to eat healthy but don't follow a specific diet

Yes, I follow a strict diet recommended for interstitial cystitis

I eat whatever I want without restrictions

6. What are the most common triggers for your symptom flare-ups?

No specific triggers identified

Certain foods or drinks

Physical activity

Stress and anxiety

7. How often do you engage in physical exercise?

A few times a week

Rarely

Never

Daily

8. How would you rate your current level of stress?

Very low

High

Extremely high

Moderate

9. Are there any existing health conditions that you have besides interstitial cystitis?

No, interstitial cystitis is my only health concern

Yes, I have several other health issues

Yes, I have one or two other chronic conditions

I prefer not to say

10. How often do you experience symptom flare-ups?

Rarely, once in a few months

Almost daily

Frequently, several times a month

Occasionally, about once a month

11. What type of pain relief methods do you find most effective?

Nothing seems to work

Over-the-counter painkillers

Prescription medications

Natural and alternative therapies

12. How much support do you have from family and friends?

A lot of support

No support

Some support

Very little support

13. Are you a part of a support group for interstitial cystitis or similar conditions?

Yes, but I'm not very involved

No, I'm not interested

Yes, and I find it very helpful

No, but I'm considering joining one

14. Do you use any complementary therapies (e.g., acupuncture, guided imagery)?

No, I have never tried them

Occasionally

Yes, regularly

I have tried them but stopped

15. How do you feel about the possibility of surgery if other treatments fail?

I am against surgery

I would prefer to avoid surgery if possible

I haven't thought about it

I am open to it if it becomes necessary

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