Staying hydrated can help with the symptoms of both conditions. Avoid tampons if you have uncomfortable symptoms and use a menstrual pad instead. Follow good hygiene to avoid letting bacteria grow, and seek treatment from your doctor any time you have UTI symptoms. Staying hydrated can help with the symptoms of both conditions. Avoid tampons if you have uncomfortable symptoms and use a menstrual pad instead. Follow good hygiene to avoid letting bacteria grow, and seek treatment from your doctor any time you have UTI symptoms.