If you’ve ever dealt with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or worked closely with those who have, you know how relentless it can feel. From the persistent joint pain to the fatigue that sneaks up on you, managing RA is often about more than just medications. Over the years as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand…
Back when I was struggling to manage my GERD symptoms, finding the right food—let alone something quick and convenient—felt impossible. Regular protein shakes either triggered heartburn or left me feeling worse. Over time, I discovered a few GERD-safe meal replacement shakes that didn’t just work—they actually made my mornings easier. If you’ve been in the…
Spring is a season of renewal and fresh flavors, but if you’re managing GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), finding delicious meals that don’t trigger your symptoms can feel like a real challenge. Based on my years working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky it is to balance tasty recipes…
Ever had that scratchy, hoarse feeling in your throat that just won’t go away? Like you’re trying to speak but your voice sounds like it’s taken a vacation? Trust me, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I can’t count how many patients came in feeling frustrated and confused…
If you’ve ever dealt with that nagging, constant urge to swallow—like something’s stuck in your throat, or your body’s just in this weird loop—you’re not alone. In fact, one of the most common things I used to hear while working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic was, “I feel like I need…
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…