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Bladder distension ( a procedure which stretches the bladder capacity, done under general anaesthesia ) has shown some success in reducing urinary frequency and giving pain relief to patients.

However, many experts still cannot understand precisely how this can cause pain relief.

Recent studies showing that pressure on pelvic trigger points can relieve symptoms may be connected.

The relief achieved by bladder distensions is only temporary ( weeks or months ) and consequently, is not viable as a long-term treatment for IC / BPS.