Drink plenty of water

Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods

Do not hold urine; urinate when you feel the urge

Practice good genital hygiene

Avoid scented soaps, bubble baths, and harsh detergents

Wipe front to back after using the toilet

Urinate after sex

Wear loose, breathable cotton underwear

Avoid tight clothing

Use a warm compress on the lower abdomen if needed

Take over-the-counter pain relief if safe for you

Avoid sex until symptoms improve

Get tested and treated for urinary tract infection if suspected

See a doctor if symptoms last more than 1–2 days

Seek urgent care if you have fever, back pain, blood in urine, vomiting, or severe pain