LYCOS RETRIEVER 
Cystitis: Findings
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If implementation of EM at Level 1 does not adequately reduce signs of idiopathic cystitis, it is important to go back and review what was implemented and what was not, and why. Alternative approaches should be suggested for those that were not initially implemented based on collaboration with the client to address reasons for failure. Additional modifications ... may be added at this time. Increased exposure to the outdoors can be helpful in the management of some cats.
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Chemical cystitis can occur in an acute setting. This produces cystitis in the absence of microorganisms. These chemicals can be deodorants sprayed in the perineal area or found on wipes. They can ... be detergents added to bath water. One important chemical that commonly causes cystitis when used is the cytotoxic drug cyclophosphamide.
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In some women, one bout of cystitis allows the urinary system to build up a type of immunity and further bouts are rare. For other women, cystitis can occur quite regularly. Although not always backed up by research, some women have found the following suggestions useful:
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About half of women have at least one bout of cystitis in their life. For many it is a 'one-off'. It is a recurring problem for some women. (A separate leaflet deals with recurring cystitis.)
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Radiation cystitis has been reported to occur in 6.5% of 1784 patients treated with a combination of external beam and intracavitary radiotherapy for stage Ib carcinoma of the cervix. Perez et al reported moderate-to-severe cystitis occurring in 12% of 738 patients treated with definitive irradiation therapy for prostate cancer after 10 years.
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Urgency and frequency of urination are common symptoms of IC or acute cystitis attacks, which often leads to incontinence. Studies show that caffeine intake can increase urinary incontinence. By reducing your caffeine intake, you may just decrease incontinence episodes…a great trade off!
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