If you’ve ever battled with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), you know that eating can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope. Finding meals that are both delicious and gentle on your stomach isn’t always easy, especially when life gets busy and frozen meals seem like the quickest, most convenient option. But here’s the good news —…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis and skin sensitivity issues is something many people don’t talk about enough—but it’s real, and it can be frustrating. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how skin flare-ups can sometimes be just as uncomfortable as joint pain. My patients often walk in for joint issues and then hesitantly mention,…
Can asthma cause sharp headaches? You’d be surprised how often this question pops up in both clinic visits and casual conversations. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s worked with asthma patients for years, I can tell you—it’s not as uncommon as you might think. And if you’ve ever found yourself clutching your temples while also…
Ever feel like your asthma is getting harder to handle, even when you’re doing everything “right”? You’re not alone—and believe me, as a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent years working with people just like you, I’ve seen how the signs of poorly controlled asthma can sneak up on even the most diligent patients. Sometimes it’s…
Can asthma cause clicking sounds in chest? You’d be surprised how often I get asked that, especially in the clinic when someone’s feeling panicky and hears weird noises during breathing. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent years listening to all sorts of chest sounds through a stethoscope, I can tell you—clicking sounds aren’t always…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether there’s a link between high blood pressure and snoring, you’re not alone. I can’t count how many times a patient has come into my clinic—usually dragged in by a sleep-deprived partner—complaining about their snoring, only to discover their blood pressure is creeping up too. As an internal medicine…
If you’re an animal lover like me but also living with asthma, I totally get the struggle. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how much pets can improve our mental well-being—but also how the wrong breed can send your lungs into a spiral. So today, I’m diving into a topic I often get…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is no small feat, especially when juggling the demands of a full-time job. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how this chronic autoimmune condition not only affects the joints but also impacts every aspect of a person’s daily routine — including their ability to work comfortably and efficiently….
Ever wake up in the middle of the night with your heart racing and a pounding headache? You’re not alone. I’ve had patients come in swearing something was seriously wrong—only to discover they were dealing with a sneaky culprit: nocturnal hypertension. It doesn’t always show up in a routine clinic blood pressure reading, but it’s…