In addition, management and preventive measures to relieve women UTI symptoms and also hygienic care of the genital tract (the healthy behavior or healthy self care practices): (Develop a habit of urinating as soon as the need is felt and empty bladder completely when you urinate. Urinate before and after intercourse Avoid intercourse while you are being treated for an UTI., after urinating blot dry (do not rub), and keep your genital area clean. Make sure that you wipe from the front toward the back, avoid using strong soaps, douches, antiseptic creams, feminine hygiene sprays,and powders. Change underwear and pantyhose every day; avoid wearing tight-fitting pants. Wear all cotton or cotton-crotch underwear and pantyhose; don't soak in the bathtub longer than 30 minutes or more than twice a day, drink 6-8 glasses of water each day and unsweetened cranberry juice regularly, and eliminate refined foods, fruit juices, caffeine, alcohol, and sugar).