If you’ve ever been woken up by your partner muttering in their sleep—or you’ve caught yourself sleep talking and wondered what’s going on—you’re not alone. One question I get surprisingly often from patients is, “Can asthma cause sleep talking?” It’s a fascinating connection and not something many folks think about. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner,…
Let’s talk about something I see all the time in my practice but often gets overlooked in everyday conversations—the blood pressure and sleeping disorders link. Believe me, it’s more than just a coincidence when someone tells me they’ve been sleeping poorly and suddenly their BP numbers start creeping up. I’ve had countless patients, from busy…
Can asthma cause low oxygen during naps? As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I get asked this more often than you might think. You’d assume that sleep is when your body finally gets to relax—but for folks with asthma, that’s not always the case. I’ve seen patients wake up from what was supposed to be a…
As a specialist in hypertension, I’ve seen firsthand how complex it can be to manage high blood pressure, especially when combined with other health conditions. One of the most concerning pairings I’ve encountered is hypertension and sleep apnea in older adults. The connection between these two is a significant issue that many may not even…
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night gasping for air, feeling like your lungs just won’t cooperate? If you have asthma, you probably know exactly what I’m talking about. As an asthma specialist, I’ve seen countless patients struggle with asthma and its link to sleep disorders. It’s frustrating, exhausting, and—let’s be…
Hi there, I’m Gwenna, and if you’re here reading this, you’re probably wondering how to improve blood pressure with better sleep. As a hypertension expert, I’ve spent years diving deep into the ways our daily habits—especially sleep—affect our heart health. Sleep plays a huge role in managing blood pressure, and in this post, I’m going…
The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Hypertension: What You Should Know 😴💔 So, let’s talk about something a lot of people don’t realize could be messing with their health—sleep apnea. You’ve probably heard of it, or maybe you know someone who’s been diagnosed. But did you know it can be tied to hypertension (a.k.a. high…
Are you dealing with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and wondering if there’s a link to sleep apnea? You’re not alone! Many people with RA have noticed they’re dealing with sleep problems, and it turns out there’s a solid connection between the two. Here’s everything you need to know about how rheumatoid arthritis and sleep apnea might…
Wondering if your asthma could be causing sleep apnea? It’s more common than you might think! Let’s dive into how asthma and sleep apnea can be connected, what it means for your health, and what steps you can take to manage both. If you have asthma, you already know how it affects your breathing throughout…