Let me tell you, as a rheumatology nurse practitioner who’s spent countless hours walking patients through flares, stiffness, and overwhelming fatigue, I’ve had one question come up again and again: how to stop rheumatoid arthritis from progressing. It’s not just a medical concern—it’s deeply personal. When you’re the one waking up with aching joints or…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause sudden weight gain? This is a question I’ve heard more times than I can count in the exam room. You’d think that with all the joint pain and inflammation, folks would actually lose weight, right? But the truth is, sudden weight gain isn’t just common—it can be a real and confusing…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, it’s that stress and arthritis go together like thunderstorms and leaky roofs — one just makes the other worse. When my patients ask me about the best ways to manage stress with arthritis, I always say: it’s not just about popping pills or stretching…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause vertigo? That’s a question I’ve heard more often than you’d expect in my years working as a rheumatology nurse practitioner. It’s not something you typically see front and center on RA pamphlets or mainstream health blogs—but let me tell you, it comes up. And when it does, the look on a…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), chances are you’ve had those days—those heavy, overwhelming, emotionally exhausting days. And you’re not alone. One of the best ways to deal with rheumatoid arthritis depression is first acknowledging it’s a real, valid part of this disease. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I can’t tell you how often…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause low blood pressure? You’d be surprised how often I get asked this question, and honestly—it’s not a simple yes or no. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had plenty of patients who came in for joint pain but ended up sharing symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, or even fainting. Naturally, the question…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause anemia? This question comes up a lot in my exam rooms, and honestly, it’s a good one. If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or caring for someone who is, you’ve probably noticed that fatigue seems to follow it like a shadow. But what’s really behind that bone-deep exhaustion? As a…
When you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis, everyday tasks can feel like climbing a mountain barefoot. Trust me—I’ve spent years as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, and I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it can be for patients to hold onto their independence when mobility becomes a challenge. That’s exactly why finding the best mobility aids for rheumatoid…
Can rheumatoid arthritis affect your bladder? It’s not a question I get every day, but when I do, the look on a patient’s face tells me everything — surprise, worry, and a tinge of “why hasn’t anyone mentioned this before?” As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen first-hand how RA can show up in places…
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