Does RA affect memory? That’s a question I hear more often than you’d think. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had patients look at me with a mix of frustration and fear when they say, “I feel like I’m forgetting everything lately… is it the RA?” It’s not just aches and swollen joints anymore—we’re talking…
As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve come across many patients who ask, “Can asthma cause trouble concentrating?” It’s a question that might seem surprising at first, because when we think about asthma, our minds usually jump to wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. But the reality is more complex. From my years in respiratory care,…
Can rheumatoid arthritis affect memory? This question pops up more often than you might think, especially from patients and families navigating the day-to-day challenges of living with RA. From my experience as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how this autoimmune condition goes far beyond just joint pain and stiffness. It can also touch…
Let’s talk about something I see all the time in my practice that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: high blood pressure and brain fog symptoms. If you’re feeling spaced out, forgetful, or like your thoughts are moving through molasses, and you’ve been told you have hypertension—or maybe you suspect you might—this might be more connected…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you’re probably well aware of how it can affect your joints, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. But what about something less obvious—like brain fog? It’s a term you might have heard floating around, but what does it really mean, and could RA be behind it? As a Rheumatology…
Ever sat with a patient who’s been managing their rheumatoid arthritis for years, only to hear them say, “I feel like my brain’s in a fog lately”? As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve heard this more times than I can count. And yes—there’s something real going on. Rheumatoid arthritis and cognitive function changes aren’t just…
When we think about rheumatoid arthritis (RA), we often picture swollen joints, morning stiffness, and chronic pain. But here’s something many don’t talk about—how rheumatoid arthritis affects cognitive function. As someone who has spent years diagnosing and treating RA, I’ve heard countless patients describe symptoms like brain fog, forgetfulness, and trouble concentrating. It’s frustrating, and…
Rheumatoid arthritis and its effect on the brain—now that’s a topic not many people talk about, right? Most folks think of RA as just a joint disease, something that makes your fingers swollen or your knees ache. But after years of working with patients, I’ve seen firsthand how this autoimmune condition does more than just…
Living with high blood pressure can feel overwhelming, especially when it starts affecting your day-to-day life in unexpected ways. As a hypertension expert, I’ve worked with many people who report experiencing a variety of symptoms, but one of the most frustrating and lesser-discussed issues is the link between high blood pressure and brain fog. If…