Avoid broad-spectrum antibiotics unless necessary. If they are necessary, eat yogurt with live cultures to help prevent a yeast infection. Drug therapy will be directed to the specific organism. Your sexual partner may need treatment also. It is best not to do self-treatment for the disorder until the cause is determined.
Recurrence is common.
If urinating causes burning, urinate through a tubular device, such as a toilet-paper roll or plastic cup with the end cut out, or pour a cup of warm water over genital area while you urinate. Keep creams or suppositories in the refrigerator. After treatment, you may keep a refill of the medication so you can begin treatment quickly if the infection recurs. Follow the directions carefully. Delay sexual relations until symptoms cease.