If you’re dealing with rheumatoid arthritis like many of my patients do, and you’re spending long hours at a desk job, you’ve probably wondered whether your office chair might actually be making things worse. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner who’s seen countless patients struggle with joint pain flaring up just from poor posture and stiff…
Ever had a patient—or even yourself—complain of this weird, nagging ache right between the shoulder blades and wonder, “Can asthma cause pain between shoulder blades?” Well, same here. As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve heard it enough times in the clinic to know it’s not just a throwaway symptom. And let me tell you, this kind…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to managing pain and maintaining a good night’s sleep. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how vital a restful night can be for those struggling with joint pain and inflammation. When it comes to achieving quality sleep,…
As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with asthma sufferers, helping them manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Over the years, I’ve learned that while medications are essential for asthma management, there are also natural methods that can help cleanse the lungs and support respiratory health. In this…
As an internal medicine physician specializing in hypertension management, one of the most common questions I get asked is, “How can I relax before a blood pressure reading?” It’s a great question, especially since stress and anxiety can significantly impact your blood pressure results. Many people don’t realize just how much of an effect being…
Let’s talk real life with rheumatoid arthritis and how to cope with daily fatigue—because if you’re anything like many of the patients I’ve worked with, this isn’t just about joint pain or stiffness. It’s that crushing, all-over exhaustion that hits like a freight train, sometimes even before your feet hit the floor in the morning….
If you’re managing high blood pressure, I can tell you from years of working with patients that the conversation always comes back to food. What you eat matters—big time. And when we’re talking about controlling hypertension naturally, the best anti-inflammatory foods for hypertension are a must-have on your radar. Now, I’m not here to throw…
If you’ve ever felt that burning, gnawing sensation crawling up your chest after a late-night slice of pizza—and then woke up the next morning with a sore throat—you might’ve asked yourself, can GERD cause sore throat? As someone who’s worked with countless patients in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve heard this question more times than I…
Can peanut butter raise blood pressure? This is one of those questions I get more often than you’d think—usually from patients staring nervously at their peanut butter jar while trying to do everything right for their heart health. As an internal medicine physician with a special focus on hypertension management, I’ve spent years helping folks…