If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Can dehydration cause acid reflux?”—you’re definitely not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, I saw that question come up more times than I can count. A surprising number of patients didn’t realize how big a role hydration plays in digestive health. Honestly, before I worked…
Let’s talk reflux. Specifically, the question I get asked a lot at our gastroenterology clinic: can water trigger reflux? You’d think water — the very thing we’re told to drink more of — would be completely harmless when it comes to acid reflux, right? But, as someone who’s worked side-by-side with GI doctors and watched…
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 an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in Hypertension Management, one of the most frequently asked questions I get is about how to stay hydrated with hypertension. It’s a valid concern—hydration plays a crucial role in our overall health, but for individuals with high blood pressure, it can sometimes feel like a tricky balancing act. The…
As an Internal Medicine physician with a focus on Hypertension Management, I’ve seen firsthand how the warmer months can impact those with high blood pressure. Summer, with its heat, humidity, and outdoor activities, poses unique challenges for maintaining proper hydration, especially for those managing hypertension. In my practice, a critical aspect of hypertension management that…
When people think of high blood pressure, or hypertension, they often imagine stress, salty foods, or genetics. But the effects of standing too long on hypertension—now that’s something I find most folks rarely consider. As an internal medicine physician who’s spent years helping patients manage their blood pressure, I’ve noticed a trend: many jobs that…
As an asthma expert specializing in respiratory health, I’ve seen firsthand how critical proper management is to leading a full, active life. But did you know that one often-overlooked factor can make a significant difference in asthma control? That factor is hydration. It may sound simple, but the role of hydration in asthma control is…
As an asthma expert, I’ve seen firsthand the struggles that come with managing asthma symptoms, especially when other health issues complicate things further. One common question I get asked often is, “Can asthma cause dehydration symptoms?” It’s a valid concern, considering that asthma attacks and the medications used to treat them can have various effects…
Dehydration is often overlooked when discussing factors that affect blood pressure, but it’s something I see often in my practice as a hypertension expert. It’s so easy to forget the importance of staying hydrated, especially when we get caught up in our busy lives. However, the link between dehydration and blood pressure spikes is something…
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