I have read through many parts of Matia's dissertation and it is fascinating.  The part that I just skimmed was where she discusses that some mothers of IC patients may have not been nurturing through childhood.  I know she is not saying this is true in all cases, but certainly in mine and I am beginning to see a pattern with my own kids.  Luckily, since I am treatment, I am breaking that cycle.  I actually think my mom has IC too and no wonder why she couldn't be nurturing, she was busy licking her own wounds.  I can definitely relate to needing validation in my relationships and having st

Hello!
I am a new patient of Matia and have just, just started my treatment. Finding her on the internet was close to miraculous after suffereing because of IC for almost 6 years and trying so many doctors (and pills!).
I am on list 1 right now and I thought it could be nice to share what we've been eating, perhaps we could give each other ideas with these delicious (but limited) foods :) I personnally don't eat meat but that's just me, I'm also allowed a little black coffee or black tea, which is very nice.

Does anyone know if Matia's PhD dissertation is available for purchase yet? And if so what is the link that will direct me to it? Thanks!!

I guess i should start by saying how grateful I am for Matia and this website.  AND hello to all of you either with or recovering from IC.  I have been with Matia for over 5 months now, and can say that I'm feeling a bit, bit better (so grateful for that) BUT as many of you probably understand there is still an overwhelming amout of fear that comes with IC. I have read most of the success stories, and it is difficult finding one that matches (even though i know I'm not supposed to compare). My main symptom is intense bladder burning.  I can hardly tolerate any foods or herbs without feeling

I know a lot of people just get better, don't look back, and move on in life. That sure would be nice! I started treatment about 2 months with Matia now. Let me start by saying that I love Matia and her comfort. I have put my all my faith, my hope and my life in her hands. My symptoms are extreme bladder soarness, heavy bowling ball feeling when standing, achey back. It started just out of the blue one morning when I woke up feeling a bit like a bladder infection, but different.

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I am a newly diagnosed ICer and searching for help.  I have come across this site in the last month and keep coming back to it for hope.  I unfortunately do not live in L.A.  I live in Canada.  I am seeing a Naturopath here and also using the meds from myn urologist with hopes that I will be able to cut these out.  I am very interested in reading the posts from the current patients of Dr. Brizman.  I often read over and over the success stories.  Hope to read some posts soon.