It’s funny how often high blood pressure—or hypertension—gets labeled as an “older person’s problem.” But let me tell you, as someone who’s spent years in Internal Medicine managing hypertension across all ages, I’ve seen more than my share of young women walk into my office completely unaware their blood pressure was sky-high. And the worst…
Hey there! If you’re like me and have struggled with the discomfort of GERD, you know how tricky it can be to find dinners that don’t set off those burning sensations. As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how what we eat plays a massive role in managing GERD symptoms. Over…
If you’ve ever had that weird feeling of waking up in the middle of the night with a sour taste in your mouth and a little too much spit pooling—yeah, I’ve been there too. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I can’t count how many times patients asked, “Why is my mouth always full of saliva,…
Summer is right around the corner, and if you’re like me—working daily in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic—you know how tricky it can be to stay refreshed without triggering uncomfortable symptoms. One of the most common concerns I hear from patients (and even friends) is finding the right drinks that are gentle on the stomach, especially…
If you’ve ever wondered how to manage asthma with minimal medication, you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent countless hours with asthma patients in real-life clinical settings, I’ve seen firsthand that meds aren’t always the only answer. Don’t get me wrong—medication can be a lifesaver, and for many, it’s non-negotiable. But there’s…
When people hear “rheumatoid arthritis,” they often picture joint pain, swelling, and maybe some stiffness in the mornings. But let me tell you, after years of working closely with patients as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand that the hidden symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis are where things get tricky. These symptoms can fly under…
Let’s be real—joint pain is a frustrating beast. I’ve had countless patients walk into my exam room convinced they have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) just because their knees or fingers ache after a long day. And I get it—when your joints hurt, it’s easy to assume the worst. But here’s the thing: not all joint pain…
If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause dizziness without wheezing?—you’re definitely not alone. It’s a question I hear quite often from patients and even friends. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma symptoms don’t always fit neatly into the classic picture of wheezing and shortness of breath. Sometimes, patients come in feeling…
If you’ve ever sat at your kitchen table wondering how to cook GERD meals that are both healing and satisfying, trust me, you’re not alone. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve had dozens of conversations with patients who were totally lost when it came to planning meals that wouldn’t trigger their acid reflux. And hey,…