Bariatric Surgery for HS?Hi All, I have had chronic HS since my early 20s with little to no reprieve. Constant flare ups, genetic prolonged QTs and fibromyalgia make me unable to exercise regularly...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSurgeryTreatmentFlares
Will You Take Our 2023 In America Survey?**Survey closed** It's unknown how many people live with HS, but we do know HS impacts the social lives, employment opportunities, and emotional well-being of people living with the condition...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Living with HS and hiding itLiving with this very painful disease and hiding it from family and friends and not being able to concieve a pregnancy because of this disease...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Do you have access to mental health counseling?Something that comes up often is the need for someone to talk to, but often there are barriers. Do you have access to counseling, including situations where you might have...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesMental HealthAwarenessCoping
What Products Help You Manage HS?What products help you manage HS? Are there certain items you keep with you at all times? Share with us in the thread below!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTips & Advice
What do you want to read about in our articles?What do you want to read about that the articles haven't discussed yet? What topics would you like to see discussed?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Pain under the armpit helpI know this is best to ask the doctor but it's 10pm and my HS is so bad under my arm. It's always leaking and it stings and itches what...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Spironolactone, doxycycline (for rosacea),metforminSo my dermo prescribed metformin(I am not diabetic, spironolactone (I've been taking that since Aug 2022 ) and anyway my period is late and I'm for sure not pregnant. Has...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Best Deodorant for HSHey All, My HS has now spread into my armpits, I was wondering whether deodorants weren't helping and making them more inflamed. Anyone have suggestions on the best deodorant that...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesFlares
Metformin and HSI went to my dermatologist the other day and she gave me a steroid shot under each armpit where my HS is bad . How long will the steroid injection...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies