As someone with years of experience as a pulmonary nurse, I’ve had my fair share of patients coming in with a variety of respiratory issues. Among them, asthma is one of the most common and, at times, misunderstood conditions. One of the most frequently asked questions I get is: “Can asthma cause sharp pain under…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of those conditions that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it often gets overlooked in terms of how it influences a person’s daily life. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how this autoimmune disorder can impact not only the joints but also a person’s mental and emotional well-being….
Let’s be real—living with GERD can turn your relationship with food into a bit of a toxic one, especially when it comes to sauces. I learned that the hard way working as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic. One of the most common frustrations patients would share? The heartbreaking betrayal of tomato sauce. Yep,…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to measure blood pressure without equipment, you’re definitely not alone. I’ve had countless patients bring this up in clinic—especially during those chaotic holiday seasons, unexpected road trips, or times when their home BP monitor decides to play dead. And honestly, it’s a fair question. While a cuff is…
Dealing with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be a daily struggle for many. As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic for a while, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it can be to manage GERD symptoms. From constant heartburn to that uncomfortable acid reflux feeling, it can feel like you’re constantly…
If you’ve been battling with GERD like so many of the patients I’ve seen in the gastro clinic, you probably already know that the tiniest food choice can make or break your day. I’ve had countless conversations with patients who thought they were doing everything right—eating healthy, avoiding the usual culprits like spicy or greasy…
Let’s be real — when you’re juggling a clinic full of patients with hypertension, you hear *everything* under the sun about “natural remedies.” Some of them are solid, others… well, let’s just say TikTok is not a substitute for clinical trials. But one question that genuinely comes up often — and for good reason —…
If you’ve ever had that nagging burn in your chest after a meal—yeah, that one that creeps up your throat and overstays its welcome—you know just how frustrating GERD can be. As someone who’s spent years working in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve heard it all: “I only had tofu and rice,” or “I switched…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis, or caring for someone who is, you’ve probably typed “how to reduce rheumatoid arthritis inflammation naturally” into Google more times than you can count. Trust me—I get it. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen the impact this autoimmune condition can have not just on joints, but on every…