If you’ve ever experienced that uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest or the frustrating feeling of pain while swallowing, you’re not alone. GERD and pain while swallowing are common complaints I’ve seen many times during my work as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic. It’s more than just occasional heartburn—when acid reflux starts…
Living with RA and hip joint issues is something I see almost daily in my work as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner. And let me tell you—it’s not just a “joint pain” kind of problem. The hip, being a deep and weight-bearing joint, makes this a completely different beast compared to something like RA in the…
If you’ve ever dealt with acid reflux, you know that even something as simple as grabbing a drink can turn into a guessing game. As someone who works closely with patients in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen it time and again — folks trying to figure out what they can sip on without setting off…
Let’s talk about something I see more often in my practice than you might expect—blood pressure after alcohol withdrawal. It’s one of those things that can sneak up on people, especially when they’re trying to do the right thing and quit drinking. As an internal medicine physician, I’ve had more than a few patients come…
When fall rolls in, I always look forward to the cozy foods and warm spices that fill the kitchen. But if you’re like many of my patients at the gastro clinic, fall meals can be a landmine for acid reflux. That’s why I wanted to share some of my favorite GERD friendly fall dinner ideas…
Can asthma make your throat feel tight? Oh yes—it absolutely can, and it’s something I’ve seen over and over again in my years as a pulmonary nurse practitioner. Patients often walk into my office convinced they’re dealing with something else entirely—maybe anxiety or even acid reflux. But tightness in the throat can absolutely be a…
If you’re anything like me, working long hours in rheumatology and seeing patients battle rheumatoid arthritis (RA) day in and day out, you know how critical diet can be in managing inflammation. And let’s be real—when you’re juggling meds, flares, and fatigue, the last thing anyone wants to think about is complicated food prep. That’s…
Ever notice your asthma symptoms start acting up around your period? You’re not imagining things. Asthma flare-ups during the menstrual cycle are more common than people think, and trust me—I’ve seen this time and time again in my pulmonary practice. I’ve had patients who’ve managed their asthma like pros all month long, only to get…
If you’ve ever Googled can celery juice lower BP fast?, you’re definitely not alone. I get this question a lot—both in clinic and over casual brunches with friends who suddenly get curious about their blood pressure after a salty meal. I mean, I get it. Hypertension is the silent troublemaker of modern health, and people…