See a healthcare professional to confirm the diagnosis before trying home treatment
Avoid douching
Avoid scented soaps, vaginal washes, sprays, and scented pads or tampons
Use mild, unscented soap only on the external vulva
Wear breathable cotton underwear
Change out of wet swimsuits or sweaty clothes promptly
Practice safe sex and use condoms
Limit the number of sexual partners
Consider avoiding sex until symptoms clear
Eat a balanced diet
Include probiotic-rich foods such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso
Stay hydrated
Manage blood sugar if you have diabetes
Reduce smoking or quit smoking
Use only water or gentle unscented products for genital hygiene
Wipe front to back after using the bathroom
Seek medical care if symptoms persist, worsen, or keep coming back