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Understand Your Pelvic Pain & Bladder Symptoms score in Minutes.
If you're experiencing persistent pelvic pain, urinary urgency, or increased frequency, you may be showing signs of Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS) (1✔).
The PUF Symptom Score Calculator is a validated, easy-to-use screening tool that helps assess the severity of your symptoms (2✔).
PUF (Pelvic Pain and Urgency/Frequency) Symptom Scale Calculator
This symptom score is often used by urologists & gynecologist to decide if further testing or treatment is necessary. It is often used by gynecologists to help distinguish bladder vs. reproductive tract pain.
This online calculator offers a quick and confidential way to assess whether your symptoms may warrant a medical evaluation.
Top 10 FAQs About Pelvic Pain & the PUF Score
1. Who is the best specialist doctor for diagnosis and treatment of Pelvic Pain & Bladder Symptoms due to Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS)?
Urologist or a uro-gynecologist is the best specialist doctor to treat Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) In some hospitals there maybe a specialist urologist who may help you find a support group too.
2. What is the PUF symptom score used for?
The PUF score is a validated screening tool for identifying Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) in individuals with chronic pelvic pain and urinary symptoms. It was designed to differentiate IC/BPS from conditions like overactive bladder and urinary tract infections (2✔).
3. What does a high PUF score mean?
A high score indicates a higher likelihood of IC/BPS and suggests that you should consult a urologist. Research shows that individuals with higher PUF scores often meet clinical criteria for IC and benefit from further urological assessment (2✔).
4. Is pelvic pain always related to the bladder?
No. While bladder-related conditions like IC/BPS are common culprits, other causes include endometriosis, pelvic floor dysfunction, vulvodynia, and chronic prostatitis. A structured assessment like the PUF can help focus further investigation.
5. Can men use the PUF calculator?
Yes. Though more common in women, IC/BPS and related urinary symptoms affect men too. Studies have validated the use of similar symptom scales in both genders (3✔).
6. Does urgency or frequency alone mean I have IC/BPS?
Not necessarily. These symptoms may also indicate overactive bladder, infections, or even side effects of medication. However, when combined with pelvic pain or bladder discomfort, they may signal IC/BPS (4✔).
7. What is considered a normal urinary frequency?
Normal is usually 6–8 times during the day and once at night. Frequent urination beyond this may warrant medical attention .
8. Can the PUF score diagnose IC/BPS?
No. The PUF is a screening questionnaire, not a diagnostic tool. It provides a structured way to quantify symptoms and guide clinical judgment (2✔)
9. How accurate is the PUF score?
While not definitive, the PUF score correlates well with potassium sensitivity testing and clinical diagnosis in research settings. It has high sensitivity for early symptom detection (2✔).
10. What should I do if my PUF score is high?
You should schedule an appointment with a urologist, gynecologist, or pelvic pain specialist. High PUF scores often correlate with moderate-to-severe IC/BPS symptoms that benefit from early intervention (2✔).
