Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: the asthma and dehydration connection. As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve seen countless patients come into the ER wheezing, gasping, and completely confused as to why their asthma flare-ups seem to come out of nowhere. What’s wild is, a lot of these same patients are also…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with individuals living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), helping them manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. One of the most common challenges patients face is balancing their condition with the demands of their job. In fact, many people with RA struggle…
Living life alongside asthma, whether personally or professionally, opens your eyes to just how complex this condition really is. Working as a Pulmonary Nurse for years, I’ve seen firsthand the way asthma behaves differently from person to person. One question that keeps popping up from patients, family, even friends is — does asthma get worse…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause stomach pain? You wouldn’t believe how often I hear this question in clinic, usually right after a patient notices gut issues cropping up alongside their joint flares. At first glance, it might seem like the two aren’t connected—joints and stomach? But as someone who works closely with autoimmune patients every day,…
If you’ve ever wondered why gut issues seem to flare up around the same time as your rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms, you’re not imagining things. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen this pattern over and over again in my patients—and honestly, in myself during high-stress periods when the immune system is already on edge….
Let’s be real—figuring out how to exercise safely with asthma can feel like walking a tightrope. You want to stay active, but the moment you start breathing a little too hard, your chest tightens, and boom—here comes that wheezy, panicky feeling. I’ve seen it so many times as a Pulmonary Nurse, and I’ve also helped…
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….
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be a real challenge, both physically and mentally. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen first-hand how RA not only affects the joints but also how stress can compound the pain and inflammation. That’s why I wanted to take a deeper dive into how reducing stress can lead to…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis and wondering how to sleep better at night, believe me—you’re not alone. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve lost count of how many of my patients have brought up this exact concern during our chats. The pain, the stiffness, the racing mind… it all hits hardest when your body…