Can rheumatoid arthritis cause low blood pressure? You’d be surprised how often I get asked this question, and honestly—it’s not a simple yes or no. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had plenty of patients who came in for joint pain but ended up sharing symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, or even fainting. Naturally, the question…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause anemia? This question comes up a lot in my exam rooms, and honestly, it’s a good one. If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or caring for someone who is, you’ve probably noticed that fatigue seems to follow it like a shadow. But what’s really behind that bone-deep exhaustion? As a…
When you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis, everyday tasks can feel like climbing a mountain barefoot. Trust me—I’ve spent years as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, and I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it can be for patients to hold onto their independence when mobility becomes a challenge. That’s exactly why finding the best mobility aids for rheumatoid…
Can rheumatoid arthritis affect your bladder? It’s not a question I get every day, but when I do, the look on a patient’s face tells me everything — surprise, worry, and a tinge of “why hasn’t anyone mentioned this before?” As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen first-hand how RA can show up in places…
If you’ve been dealing with rheumatoid arthritis for a while, like many of my patients—and honestly, like some of the nurses I’ve worked with too—you probably already know how something as simple as opening a jar or typing can turn into a full-on battle. One of the game-changers I often recommend to patients is finding…
Can rheumatoid arthritis affect your hearing? It’s not the first question most people think of when RA comes up in conversation, but believe me—after years of sitting across from patients, I’ve learned that rheumatoid arthritis can sneak up in some pretty surprising ways. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had patients walk in worried about…
If you’re like many of my patients—and honestly, like some of my own family members—you’ve probably typed “Rheumatoid Arthritis relief” into Google more than once, hoping for something real. I get it. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner who’s been in the trenches for years, I’ve seen firsthand how relentless RA can be. The stiffness, the…
As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. One of the most challenging symptoms of RA is the persistent joint pain, which can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming. While traditional medications play a vital role in managing pain,…
If you’ve ever been in a doctor’s office or clinic, especially in a rheumatology setting, you’ve probably heard a lot about rheumatoid arthritis (RA). As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had my fair share of patients with a variety of questions about this chronic autoimmune condition. One question that often comes up is, “Can rheumatoid…
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