Stay hydrated.
Make sure you are hydrated enough so that you can go to the bathroom frequently. Drink lots of water!
Try to avoid antibiotics.
Taking loads of antibiotics frequently isn't good for your body. It may even make future infections resistant to antibiotics and make women more susceptible to yeast infections.
Take Vitamin C twice a day.
500 mg of Vitamin C can make your urine more acidic which can inhibit bacterial growth. Adding some Vitamin C to your daily routine can help prevent UTIs from returning.
Practice good hygiene.
A big cause of UTIs is e. coli, which can come from your digestive system. Sexual activity, from the constant movement, can push this type of bacteria into the urethra. Always make sure your privates are clean from the front to back. Washing the genitals with water (or an intimate cleanser) and washing your behind with warm soap and water in the shower will help immensely. Baby wipes after using the bathroom can be used too.
Pee after having sex.
Peeing after sex can flush out any bacteria that may have been pushed into your urethra. Many people claim this interferes with 'cuddle' time, but you can cuddle after going to the bathroom. This is the single most overlooked and ignored step that prevent UTIs more than anything. Explaining this to your partner can ease any frustration, and they should be able to understand.
Drink Neem leaf tea.
Neem leaves can help flush your system of bacteria and fungus. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add Neem leaves. This will brew a strong, bitter tea that is naturally anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. Add D-mannose capsules or powder and drink several glasses throughout the day. You should be urinating quite a lot due to the high fluid intake, and both should flush bacteria out of the bladder and urethra. Put a few ice cubes in the pot to cool down the tea, since you will want to start drinking it immediately. The neem tea has a very bitter taste, and is highly unpleasant to drink because of its bad taste. If you can, try to drink the rest of your tea in the pot throughout the day. If needed, drink water in between if the taste is too strong. You can't really overdose on d-mannose since it is a naturally derived from cranberries. It is recommended that you take 3-4 capsules every hour or so.
Contact a doctor if symptoms don't subside.
If you don't start feeling better within 4 to 6 hours, see your primary physician or OB/GYN as soon as possible. In serious cases, UTIs can lead to kidney infections, so it is imperative to treat the problem swiftly. If all else fails, you can find your nearest Minute Clinic at a local drugstore and they should be able to prescribe you antibiotics. Last resort: go to the hospital if none of these options are available. If you have symptoms of fevers, shaking chills, vomiting, feel faint or very lethargic, seek medical care immediately.
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