Cheshta Jalan¹ and Kaushal Kapadia²

¹ Texila American University, Guyana
² Clinical Research Professional, India

*Corresponding Author: Kaushal Kapadia, Clinical Research Professional, India.

Received: January 02, 2025; Published: February 18, 2025

Abstract

Introduction: Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) is a chronic and incapacitating disorder marked by ongoing bladder pain, discomfort, and increased frequency of urination, which greatly undermines the quality of life for affected individuals. Despite being widely acknowledged in Western countries, IC/BPS is still not often diagnosed or reported accurately in India.

The objective of this study is to evaluate the extent of understanding and consciousness of IC/BPS among clinical practitioners and the general population in India.

Objectives: The primary objective of this research is to evaluate the awareness and understanding of IC/BPS among medical professionals, including urologists, gynecologists, and general practitioners, as well as to assess the level of awareness among the Indian population. Furthermore, the study aims to ascertain the obstacles and impediments to precise diagnosis and efficient treatment of IC/BPS in the healthcare setting of India.

Methods: Data was gathered from a representative number of clinical practitioners in key urban areas of India, as well as from a diverse demographic of the general population. The survey quantified knowledge, diagnostic procedures, treatment preferences, and perceived obstacles.

Results: Initial results suggest that both clinical practitioners and the general community in India have a limited level of awareness and understanding of IC/BPS. A significant number of healthcare professionals indicated little familiarity with IC/BPS cases and inadequate training in its diagnosis and treatment. A considerable segment of the general populace harboured limited knowledge of the disease, frequently conflating its symptoms with those of more frequently diagnosed urinary tract infections (UTIs). Furthermore, the study revealed that cultural stigma, absence of defined diagnostic criteria, and restricted access to specialized treatment are significant obstacles to the successful management of IC/BPS in India.

Conclusion: The results emphasize the immediate requirement for focused educational programs aimed at enhancing awareness and comprehension of IC/BPS among healthcare professionals and the general Indian community

Keywords: Interstitial Cystitis (IC); Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS)

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Citation: IM Moses-Otutu and NT Omorodion. “Deep Learning Algorithms for Image Analysis and Pattern Recognition in Histopathology Slides". Acta Acta Scientific Clinical Case Reports 6.3 (2025): 12-17.

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