text: Here are some things you can do: \nConsider taking a daily supplement designed to help prevent the recurrence of a yeast infection \nKeep you vaginal area clean, being sure to wash the area when you shower \nAfter a shower or bath, make sure your vaginal area is completely dry before getting dressed \nWear cotton underpants and pantyhose with a cotton crotch \nAfter using the toilet, always wipe from front to back \nAvoid sharing towels and washcloths \nWash your under garments in hot water and skip the fabric softener in the dryer \nAvoid clothing that is tight in the crotch \nAlways change out of your exercise clothes or swimsuit immediately after working out or swimming \nChange your sanitary pads or tampons frequently and avoid using ones that are scented \nAvoid using heavily scented soaps, perfumes and talcum powder \nAvoid douching \nUse antibiotics only when necessary \nEat a diet high in vegetables, protein and grains as well as consuming yogurt that has live acidophilus bacteria; avoid processed foods, sugars and alcohol \nAlways use a water soluble lubricating jell during sex \nConsider using a condom if you are having sex and have a yeast infection \nMake sure you vagina is well lubricated during sex; avoid sex if it feels painful \nIf you are experiencing chronic yeast infections and are using hormonal contraceptives, like the birth control pill, consider changing your birth control method