Drink plenty of water
Urinate as soon as you feel the urge
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, spicy foods, and acidic drinks
Use a heating pad on your lower abdomen
Take over-the-counter pain relief if safe for you
Rest and avoid holding urine
See a doctor promptly for antibiotics if symptoms suggest a bacterial infection
Seek urgent care if you have fever, back pain, vomiting, blood in urine, pregnancy, or worsening symptoms