Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) means learning how to work *with* your body instead of against it. And let me tell you, one of the most common things my patients ask is how to strengthen hands with rheumatoid arthritis without flaring things up. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it can…
If you’ve ever been invited to a potluck and worried about sticking to a GERD friendly potluck recipes list, you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s worked closely in a gastroenterology clinic as a Medical Assistant, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky it can be to enjoy social gatherings without triggering acid reflux. Trust me, it’s…
If you’ve ever found yourself clearing your throat constantly, it can be more than just an annoying habit—it might be a sign of something deeper going on. From my years working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen how frequently GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, plays a sneaky role in this…
If you’ve ever jolted awake in the middle of the night gasping for air, you’re not alone—and as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients ask me, “Can asthma cause gasping while sleeping?” The short answer? Absolutely. And it’s more common than most people realize. While we often associate asthma with daytime wheezing or…
When I first started working as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I didn’t think much about how rheumatoid arthritis could affect things beyond joints and mobility. But over time, I’ve had several heart-to-heart conversations with patients trying to start or grow their families—and that’s when it really hit home. Rheumatoid arthritis and its impact on fertility…
Is garlic oil good for hypertension? That’s a question I get asked quite a bit in my practice as an Internal Medicine physician focusing on hypertension management. Many patients are curious about natural remedies and whether they can really help lower blood pressure. Garlic has been around forever in traditional medicine circles, and garlic oil,…
Living with asthma—whether it’s your own or a loved one’s—makes you hyper-aware of every single thing that floats in the air. Trust me, as a pulmonary nurse practitioner and someone who’s walked this journey alongside countless patients, I’ve seen firsthand how everyday products can turn a safe haven into a sneezy, wheezy mess. That’s why…
Let’s be real — if you’ve ever dealt with heartburn, reflux, or GERD, you know how frustrating it is to give up foods you love. One of the biggest heartbreakers for many of my patients at the gastro clinic? Tomatoes. Seriously, people are shocked when I tell them their favorite salsa or pasta sauce might…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, can asthma cause weird chest sensations?—you’re absolutely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients ask me that exact question, often with a worried look on their face. And I get it. When your chest feels “off,” it’s hard not to jump to worst-case scenarios. Maybe…