Table 1

Summary of volunteered problems and complaints

Problem or complaintIncidence, n
Physical
 Urinary frequency8
 Very painful/severe/bad7
 Bleeding6
 Cold/flu-like symptoms/temperature4
 Backache/pain3
 Stinging/burning/stabbing3
 Pains/balloons in tummy3
 Uncomfortable3
 Poor concentration2
 Pain when urinating2
 Smelly urine2
 Tired/exhausted2
 Sleepless1
 Hot sensation in bladder1
 Pain worsening1
General/emotional/functional
 Generally unwell/lousy/poorly6
 Normal duties disrupted/debilitating3