Bell’s palsy, a condition affecting approximately 40,000 Americans annually, causes sudden weakness or paralysis of facial muscles due to inflammation of the seventh cranial nerve. This temporary but distressing condition can significantly impact quality of life, affecting facial expressions, eye…
Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, often accompanied by challenging symptoms like hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and skin issues. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) remains a common treatment, many women seek non-hormonal alternatives with fewer…
Kidney stones affect approximately 12% of people worldwide during their lifetime, with recurrence rates as high as 50% within 5-10 years of the initial episode, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. These painful mineral…