Drink plenty of water, at least 2000ml every day if not contraindicated.
Do not hold the urge of urination. Urinate after sexual intercourse, and practice good perineal hygiene. Ladies should always wipe from front to rear and change feminine pads frequently during menstrual period.
Eat vitamin C-rich foods, such as tangerine, orange, tomato and papaya.
Cranberry juice is helpful in preventing recurrent infection.
Take showers and avoid baths. Do not wear tight synthetic fiber underwear, pantyhose or girdles.
Return to the hospital as soon as possible if there is fever with chills or flank pain.
Hematuria is a common symptom of cystitis, and could be treated at an outpatient department.
Take medicine as instructed by the physician and follow-up as scheduled.