I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis around 3 years ago, after having severe undiagnosed pelvic pain for almost 8 years. My Dr. told me there is no know cure, as well as no FDA approved treatment. I have tried Hydroxyzine, Amitriptyline, special diets, Elmiron, bladder installations, pain medicine, and I currently have a pace maker implanted in my back that runs down my sacral never and controls the frequency and strength at which my bladder contacts. The device offers little if any relief from the severe chronic daily pain. I can not have intercourse unless I keep my kegal muscles tighten the entire duration of sex. If I attempt to walk or stand for more than an hour at any one given time, it becomes nearly impossible to tolerate the severe pelvic pain and even gets to the point where I am literally, physically unable to lift my legs to walk because of the blinding pain to the point that I have to drag my feet or waddle like a penguin. I am desperate to find a new procedure or medication to try that might have been at least a little help to someone else. If anyone has had any success with lessening their pain and symptoms, please share your treatment with me. I would appreciate any suggestions at all!!!