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…
Long car rides are something we all enjoy, whether it’s for a weekend getaway or a long road trip. However, as fun as these trips can be, they can also have a surprising impact on your health, particularly if you suffer from hypertension. As someone who has spent years studying hypertension, its causes, and treatments,…
As a Hypertension expert, one of the most common questions I get from patients and even fellow healthcare providers is whether poor posture could be linked to high blood pressure. It’s a valid concern, especially since posture is something we often overlook in our daily routines. We tend to think of hypertension in terms of…