I used to think my stomach just “didn’t like” certain foods. It wasn’t until I found myself skipping meals entirely—not out of diet, but fear of what might follow—that I realized something deeper was going on. Ever feel bloated, nauseated, or running to the bathroom after even the lightest lunch? If your stomach seems to…
If you’ve ever had a nagging backache that just wouldn’t quit — even after switching pillows, adjusting your posture, or downing your fair share of turmeric lattes — you might have wondered: could it be something deeper? I had that exact thought after weeks of unexplained lower back pain that didn’t make sense. Turns out,…
You know, for the longest time, I chalked up my nagging back pain to bad posture, aging, or that one time I tried to lift a couch solo (not smart, trust me). But what caught me off guard was realizing how much of it traced back to something completely unexpected—my gut. Yep, my gut. I…
It’s wild how often your gut and brain seem to be plotting something behind your back. I used to think my stomach problems were just from bad food choices or stress at work. But then came the bloating, the tight knots before meetings, and even unexpected bathroom trips. Turns out, anxiety was calling the shots…
Have you ever wondered, can asthma cause fullness after meals? As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve encountered patients who mention unusual symptoms that seem unrelated at first glance—like that uncomfortable sensation of fullness right after eating. It’s easy to think of asthma purely as a breathing issue, but the reality can be more complex. Sometimes,…
If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause stomach bloating—you’re definitely not alone. I’ve had more than a few patients bring this up during appointments, and honestly, I’ve experienced it myself during a bad flare-up. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen how interconnected our respiratory and digestive systems really are, even when we don’t expect…
Hey there! If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause shortness of breath after eating, you’re definitely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve come across many patients who experience this puzzling symptom. It’s a question that often pops up in clinic visits, especially when someone notices breathing difficulties not just during exercise or at…
If you’ve ever heard about GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), you probably think of the classic burning sensation in the chest—heartburn. But here’s the thing: not everyone with GERD experiences that fiery discomfort. In fact, many people suffer from GERD symptoms without heartburn, and that can make recognizing the problem a bit tricky. Speaking from my…
Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic has taught me a lot—especially when it comes to how seemingly unrelated symptoms are often connected. One topic that surprises many of my patients is the link between GERD and yeast infections. At first glance, it might not seem like acid reflux and candida overgrowth…