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Cystitis
Cystitis is a common condition, particularly in women, but it can affect anyone, including children. It’s when your bladder becomes inflamed, and can cause pain and discomfort.
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The most common cause of cystitis is a urinary tract infection (UTI), when bacteria gets into your urethra – the tube that your urine comes out of when you go to the toilet – and multiplies. If it’s only mild, cystitis will often clear up on its own, but if it’s more severe, or if you have recurrent infections, treatment may be needed.
Cystitis can lead to a kidney infection, which can be very serious, so you should see a doctor if you’ve had the infection for more than a week, if your symptoms are severe, or if you regularly get infections.
On some occasions, cystitis may be caused by something other than an infection, such as irritation, or even damage to your bladder, or as a complication of another condition.