Painful bladder syndrome
Requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than 4 times per day
Daytime voiding interval less than one hour, or awakening to void five or more times per night
Daytime voiding interval between one and two hours, or awakening to void three to four times per night
Requiring long-term drug therapy, 1-2 hospitalizations per year, or requiring intermittent intensive management
Medical Evidence
Current diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider, medical records documenting symptoms and treatment history
Service Connection
Evidence linking your condition to military service (service treatment records, incident reports, or nexus letter)
Personal Statement
Your detailed account of how interstitial cystitis affects your daily life and when symptoms began
Lay Evidence
Buddy letters from fellow service members or family who can corroborate your symptoms
During your Compensation & Pension exam for interstitial cystitis, examiners will assess your symptoms against the rating criteria above.
Be specific: Describe your worst day, not your average day
Document everything: Bring copies of all medical records and evidence
Functional impact: Explain how symptoms affect work, sleep, and daily activities
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