This is an all too familiar story-written up in UK, but, it could be anywhere. I am certain many of us know many women having stories like this.
I think the number of people effected by IC is grossly underestimated. However, it is good that it is starting to get more attention.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2124146/Cystitis-10-years–like-thousands-fellow-sufferers-Emma-cure.html#ixzz1qyA1bKEi