Kelly
dear kelly: i have had IC for about 15 years or so. I have been taking Elmiron for at least 1 1/2 years. it seems to help me. however, i still need a cystoscopy about every 13 months or so. i have tried the DMSO instillation via catheter once a week for six weeks. i went through at least 8 cycles of that. it helped, but it was no picnic and the garlic smell was strong. i was self-concious about that. tums (4 or 5) with a glass of water is helpful to calm down your bladder. i also take atarax ( decongestant) at bedtime. that was prescribed for it, too. walking seems to help with the pain. heat seems to help, too. if you have any questions, please ask. -- jill my email address is dorceyj@alpena.cc.mi.us