Cystitis - Prevention

Women can reduce their risk for cystitis by becoming aware of risk factors and adjusting their lifestyles accordingly. For example, improving one's personal hygiene is an easy step to help prevent a lower urinary tract infection. In some cases, patients are advised to take an antibiotic tablet following sexual intercourse. Other preventative measures include drinking large amounts of fluid and urinating frequently, especially after intercourse.

The primary method of preventing cystitis in men is to obtain prompt treatment for prostate infections.