Recurrent eosinophilic cystitis: a case responsive to steroids.
We report a case of eosinophilic cystitis that was responsive to prednisone but that recurred when the drug was withdrawn. The cause of eosinophilic cystitis remains an enigma but it probably represents a form of allergy. Investigation of etiology and therapeutic options are discussed.
Watson
H S
HS
Division of Urology, Texas A & M University College of Medicine, Scott & White Memorial Hospital, Temple.
Singh
E O
EO
Hermans
M R
MR
Coffield
K S
KS
Keegan
G T
GT
D003556:Cystitis / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy*; D004802:Eosinophilia / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011241:Prednisone / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D012008:Recurrence
D011241:Prednisone