Keep the area clean and dry
Wash gently with warm water and mild, fragrance-free soap
Dry thoroughly after bathing and urinating
Wear loose, breathable cotton underwear
Change underwear daily
Avoid tight clothing and prolonged moisture
Use an over-the-counter antifungal cream such as clotrimazole, miconazole, or terbinafine as directed
Continue treatment for the full recommended course
Avoid sex until symptoms improve
Avoid scented products, powders, and harsh soaps on the area
Control blood sugar if you have diabetes
See a healthcare provider if symptoms are severe, keep returning, or do not improve within 1 to 2 weeks
Seek medical care if there is pain, swelling, discharge, fever, or trouble urinating
Get tested and treated for sexually transmitted infections if recommended
Treat sexual partners if a clinician advises it