C-section scar tissue and interstitial cystitis?

Question

I have interstitial cystitis (IC) and it has been flaring up really bad lately. I went to my doctor yesterday and told her I am also having pains in my lower abdomen and back on my right side. I figured this was related to my IC, but she said she thinks what I am feeling is scar tissue as a result of having 2 c-sections. Has anyone dealt with this before? If so, do you know if that could cause my IC symptoms to flare as well? Also, it seems wierd to me that these pains would appear now, as my first c-section was 6 years ago and my last was 2 years ago. Please help and let me know if you know anything that can help, both with the IC and the pains. My doctor said the only thing to do for the scar tissue would be another surgery which would make it worse. p.s. my doctor tested my urine and said it was crystal clear and also did cultures to rule out vaginal infections.

Answer 1

The IC is basically clogged skin pours. Try keeping the area cleaner and dryer.

The abdominal pain could be a number of things. I wouldn't ignore it until I was sure there wasn't anything bad that cold be causing the pain. Did she check for ovarian cysts or endometriosis. You may also want to see a Family Practice doctor as they will look for things a GYN may not look for.