Can rheumatoid arthritis cause chronic sinus infections? That’s a question I get more often than you’d expect—and one I’ve found myself digging into more than once both professionally and personally. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen patients raise their eyebrows at the connection between their relentless sinus pressure and their autoimmune condition. If you’ve…
If you’ve ever had a patient sit across from you, eyes wide with frustration and pain, asking, “Why am I flaring up again when I haven’t missed a dose of my meds?”, you’re not alone. I’ve heard this more times than I can count. And one of the most overlooked triggers I often find myself…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of guiding countless patients through their journeys with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). One thing I’ve come to understand is how important the right nutrition is in managing the condition. Many individuals living with RA are looking for natural ways to reduce inflammation, and one of the best…
If you’ve ever wondered, can rheumatoid arthritis cause chronic headaches?—you’re not alone. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had plenty of patients sit across from me, rubbing their temples and saying, “Tarra, I thought this was just joint pain. Why does my head hurt all the time too?” Trust me, it’s a question worth exploring….
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis, especially in your hands, then you know how frustrating those stiff mornings and achy knuckles can be. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner who’s worked with hundreds of patients over the years, I can tell you — managing symptoms isn’t just about medication. Sometimes the best hand exercises for rheumatoid…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), wrist pain can be one of the most challenging symptoms to manage. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how debilitating it can be for patients, affecting everything from daily tasks like typing and cooking to more personal activities like holding hands or simply turning a doorknob….
Ever notice your joints seem to get more stubborn when the temperature drops? I’ve heard this question so many times in clinic: is rheumatoid arthritis worse in cold weather? And let me tell you—based on my years of experience as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, the answer isn’t as black and white as we’d all like….
Living with rheumatoid arthritis is no joke. One of the most frustrating things my patients often tell me—and hey, I’ve seen it firsthand as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner—is that morning stiffness can feel like their body just forgot how to move overnight. If you’ve ever woken up feeling like the Tin Man in desperate need…
If you’re anything like me, ending the day with stiff joints and aching muscles has, unfortunately, become all too familiar. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had countless patients tell me that evenings are the toughest time. That’s when the inflammation seems to flare, mobility dips, and sleep becomes elusive. But here’s the silver lining:…