As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen a lot of interesting trends over the years when it comes to the factors influencing blood pressure. One that caught my attention recently is the growing concern around blue light and its effects on our overall health—specifically on blood pressure. Now, we all know…
We’ve all been there—stressed out, overwhelmed, or maybe just trying to juggle a million things at once. But did you know that stress can have a direct impact on your digestive system, specifically on conditions like GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)? As a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how stress and…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often struggle not only with joint pain and inflammation but also with the often-overlooked impact of poor sleep. Many patients come to me seeking advice on how to manage their condition, but one of the most important aspects of RA care…
As an Internal Medicine Physician with a focus on hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand how complex hypertension can be. It’s not just about monitoring blood pressure or prescribing medications. A deeper look reveals that the health of our gut might play a bigger role in managing blood pressure than we previously thought. The link between…
Ever had a patient mention their hands or feet always feel cold—even when the room’s warm—and you’re managing their blood pressure? Happens more often than you’d think. As an internal medicine physician who’s spent years in the hypertension trenches, I’ve come to notice an intriguing pattern: there may be a deeper link between high blood…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause anxiety and depression? If you’ve ever dealt with the relentless pain and fatigue that RA brings, you probably already know the answer. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had countless conversations with patients who felt like they were fighting a battle on two fronts—one against their joints and another against the…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand the complexities that high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, brings to patients’ lives. One of the more puzzling, yet significant, symptoms that often accompanies this condition is excessive yawning. While yawning is something many of us take for granted as a simple,…
Can GERD cause anxiety symptoms? Oh, you bet. And I’ve seen it firsthand. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve met countless patients who come in for acid reflux but end up venting about their creeping anxiety. Some even worry they’re having a heart attack because of the chest pain. But…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen first-hand how stress can wreak havoc on your blood pressure. It’s not uncommon for people to experience sudden spikes in their blood pressure after a stressful event, and this can be a real concern for those who already have high blood pressure or are…