Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs Interstitial cystitisUpdated: 2017-06-13OverviewPainful bladder syndrome (interstitial cystitis) is a chronic condition that affects the organ that stores urine (bladder).SymptomsBladder pressure, bladder pain, frequent urge to urinate, and pelvic pain are some symptoms.TreatmentsTreatments such as medications, physical therapy, and nerve stimulation may offer pain relief. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use