Hot or Cold Compress for HS flares?I am new to the HS world and trying to get my head around this new monster in my life. I am considered a "late in life" onset...at 46. So...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & AdviceTreatment
Thoughts on weather and climate affecting HS flares?Hi all, With reading how HS can be flared by hot and humid climates/weather, I was wondering if anyone had experience living in a desert or dry/arid climate with HS?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesFlaresTravelWeather
HumiraI started 80mg of humira today for the first time for the HS. I went to the dermatologist to have the nurse help me. Anyways indidnt feel any pinch anything...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
When were you diagnosed?How old were you diagnosed with HS?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesDiagnosis
Hating LifeI’m having a hard time dealing with this. My “spots” are inflamed and I can’t walk. I’ve missed a week of work behind this , my birthday is tomorrow ...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesCopingDepressionMental Health
How do you describe yourself?When introducing yourself to new acquaintances in a casual setting, do you lead with your health challenges, or do you first cover your hobbies and interests?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingFriends & FamilyMental Health
Medical TraumaHas anyone researched ways to connect back to the body after medical trauma? I wonder how the research could help HS patients especially because we deal with medical trauma sometimes...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesMental HealthTips & AdviceTreatment
Is this HS?In the 1990s, I discovered a nodule in my groin area about the size of a garbanzo bean. Terrified, I went to a doctor who brushed it off as nothing...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Have you tried a black tea hot compress?We are all about trading ideas for over the counter remedies. In case you didn’t know, when you have a sore throat, you can steep 4 bags of basic black...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesSymptomsTips & AdviceWound Care
L-lysine and HSLet me preface this by saying we always, always encourage speaking to your doctor when you try something new, and please don't take this as medical advice. I belong to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesOTC MedicationTips & AdviceTreatment
