Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that primarily targets the joints, but its impact extends far beyond the joints. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA can affect a person’s quality of life in ways that go beyond just pain and stiffness. One area that often gets overlooked is how…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause blurred vision? That’s a question I’ve been asked more times than I can count in my clinic. And honestly, it’s a fair one. When patients come in with joint pain and stiffness, they’re often so focused on managing the physical symptoms that they don’t even think about how their eyes might…
If there’s one thing I’ve seen over and over again in my years working as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, it’s how closely intertwined our lifestyle is with our health outcomes. And one topic that comes up again and again with my patients is the link between rheumatoid arthritis and obesity. It’s a conversation I’ve had…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner with years of experience treating patients, I’ve seen firsthand how chronic conditions can intertwine in complex and unexpected ways. One of the most concerning combinations I’ve observed is the connection between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and high blood pressure (HBP). It’s often not immediately clear how the two conditions relate, but…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that impacts the joints, but its effects go beyond just the pain and inflammation in the affected areas. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA can influence various systems in the body, including blood circulation. While most people associate RA with joint damage and…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve witnessed firsthand how this condition can impact various joints in the body, but one of the most commonly affected areas is the wrist. In this article, we’ll dive into how rheumatoid arthritis affects wrist joints,…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of those conditions that can really shake up your life. If you’ve ever worked with patients or even personally experienced it, you know that it’s not just the physical pain and inflammation that comes with RA, but also the mental and emotional toll it can take. As a Rheumatology Nurse…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and dealing with autoimmune disease flare-ups can be an overwhelming experience, both physically and emotionally. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it is to navigate these flare-ups. These periods of increased disease activity can significantly affect a person’s quality of life, making everyday tasks feel impossible….
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is widely known for its impact on joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. However, there’s another, less talked about effect that can be just as troubling: its influence on vision. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA can go beyond the joints and impact the eyes, sometimes leading to…
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