Are there any other african americans who suffers with interstitial cystitis?

I'am a african american female that suffers with interstitial cystitis "ic" I was dx back in 93 so far I hadn't met any other african americans with ic.. so this is why I'm asking this.

Have you considered starting a group of African Americans who suffer with interstitial cystitis?
It is also you right to investigate alternative therapies for you condition also.

be well
Shiva

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