Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition that impacts millions of people worldwide. If you’re living with RA, you already know how challenging it can be to keep your joints flexible and pain-free. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how much a person’s quality of life can improve with the right approach to managing…
As an internal medicine physician with a focus on hypertension management, I’ve seen many patients who experience unexpected drops in blood pressure. One common question I frequently hear is, “Can dehydration cause low blood pressure?” The short answer is yes, but the situation is more complex than just a simple “yes” or “no.” Dehydration can…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with individuals living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). One thing I’ve learned over the years is the importance of pacing activities for those affected by this chronic condition. RA is often a painful, unpredictable journey, and while managing it, many of my patients have…
So, let’s talk about something sweet — literally. You’ve probably heard someone say, “Try a spoonful of honey, it’ll help your cough.” But what about something a bit more serious — like asthma? That’s a question I’ve heard a dozen times at the bedside over the years. Does honey help asthma naturally? It’s not just…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know how challenging it can be to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The pain and stiffness from joint inflammation can sometimes make it feel like working out is out of the question. But here’s the truth: staying active is one of the best things you…
When I was working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I can’t even count how many patients walked in saying, “I think I have asthma… but my inhaler isn’t helping.” What was surprising? It wasn’t asthma at all. More often than not, it was GERD and shortness of breath—a connection that’s way more…
Let’s face it—managing blood pressure isn’t just about the pills. It’s about everything around them, especially how you start your day. As an internal medicine physician with a special focus on hypertension management, I’ve seen it time and again: patients who take control of their morning rituals for stable blood pressure tend to have fewer…
Let me tell you, after working in a gastroenterology clinic for several years, one thing that surprised a lot of our patients—and honestly, even me at first—was how often GERD and back pain show up together. Most folks walk in thinking their sore back has nothing to do with their digestive issues. But once we…
If you’ve ever noticed your asthma symptoms get worse after meals, you’re not imagining things. It’s something I’ve seen plenty of times in my work as a Pulmonary Nurse—patients come in wheezing or coughing not after a long jog or being around pollen, but right after dinner. Honestly, it’s not even always about what they…