- According to the National Kidney Foundation,you should have careful control of blood pressure. When an infection occurs in the bladder or kidneys, antibiotics should be taken. A lot of fluids can be lost with this disorder, so it’s important to drink plenty of clean water. Patients experience a lot of pain with this disease, so medication to control pain should be considered by asking your doctor. It’s important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, so avoid smoking while also exercising and reducing your salt intake. Exercises that are potentially harmful to the kidney, such as contact sports, should be avoided. It is important not to become too dehydrated during any physical activity.