If you’ve ever found yourself yawning repeatedly throughout the day and dragging your feet with exhaustion, you might’ve brushed it off as just being tired. But as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen something else lurking behind these everyday symptoms more often than you’d think. Can asthma cause frequent yawning and fatigue? Surprisingly, yes. And…
Can RA cause weak grip? If you’ve ever found yourself struggling to open a jar, twist a doorknob, or even hold a pen, you’re not alone. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients walk into my clinic frustrated by a loss of grip strength—and more often than not, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the…
Ever wonder how to clean a nebulizer properly without it feeling like a total chore? Trust me, you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve worked with countless patients who use nebulizers daily and are either not taught the right way to clean them—or just get overwhelmed by all the steps. And hey, I…
When I first started working in a gastroenterology clinic, I honestly didn’t realize how many folks struggled with GERD and bloating after dairy. It wasn’t just older patients, either — we’d see young adults, athletes, busy moms — you name it. Some would come in thinking they had lactose intolerance, but their symptoms were more…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can asthma cause tingling in chest?”, you’re definitely not alone. It’s a question I’ve been asked plenty of times in the clinic. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve sat across from patients who were experiencing this weird, almost buzzing sensation and didn’t know what to make of it. Let’s talk…
When I first started working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I didn’t think I’d become the unofficial “meal ideas” guru for patients with chronic digestive issues. But here we are! One of the most common questions I hear from folks managing GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is: “What can I even eat…
When patients ask me, “Can niacin cause BP spikes?”, it’s a question I get quite often in my internal medicine practice, especially with those managing hypertension. Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is often praised for its benefits in improving cholesterol levels, but the relationship between niacin and blood pressure can sometimes be a bit…
If you’ve ever battled with heartburn after lunch, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked for years as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen countless patients struggle with food choices—especially when it comes to meals that are quick, satisfying, and gentle on the gut. That’s why I’m super excited to share…
Have you ever noticed your chest tightening or your breathing getting weirdly wheezy after munching on something cold—like ice cream or a chilled smoothie? You’re not alone. I’ve seen this in quite a few of my asthma patients over the years. They come in thinking it’s something random, only to find out there’s a real…