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I get notifications of posts on this subject. Having been to the dr yesterday, I wanted to share an update on the diagnosis. I thought I was having an interstitial cystitis attack last week and got myself to the urologist. Had been to him March of last year to discuss the issue of this thread.  

Bottom line here: the bladder and bowels (even the pouch) share the same nerve. I am absolutely feeling discomfort in the bladder region and need to empty the bladder. The pouch is not sending the signal. But then still feel the discomfort/pressure, so empty the pouch which relieves the pressure. Why? The shared nerve.

He prescribed Myrbetriq to relax the bladder, advised me to avoid all teas, coffees, spicy and acidic food and alcohol.

I don’t know if this will help anyone. These meds take about three weeks to be effective. Fingers crossed.

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