Cystitis - noninfectious

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Cystitis - noninfectious

Definition:

Noninfectious cystitis is irritation of the bladder not caused by a urinary tract infection.

Alternative Names:

Abacterial cystitis; Radiation cystitis; Chemical cystitis; Urethral syndrome - acute

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Noninfectious cystitis is most common in women of childbearing years. The exact cause of noninfectious cystitis is often unknown.

However, use of bubble baths, feminine hygiene sprays, sanitary napkins, spermicidal jellies, radiation therapy to the pelvis area, and chemotherapy with certain types of medications, and other irritants.

See also interstitial cystitis.

References:

Walsh PC. Campbell's Urology. 8th ed. St. Louis, Mo: WB Saunders; 2002:572-575.

Stenchever A. Comprehensive Gynecology. 4th ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2001:831.

Review Date: 5/10/2006
Reviewed By: Neil D. Sherman, MD, Urologist, Essex County, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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