Feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC) is a painful bladder condition triggered primarily by stress. Managing environmental stressors is as important as medical treatment in preventing recurrence.
FIC causes significant pain and distress, with affected cats straining to urinate, crying, and showing signs of abdominal discomfort. Prevention through stress reduction - providing multiple litter boxes, feeding stations, and hiding places - is the most effective long-term management strategy.