How do you stay positive when you are in a flare? After months and months of doing "the right things" (e.g. seeing new doctors, eating AIP, sleeping, stress management, exercise, medication - you name it) and being relatively stable, over the...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingFlaresPain
Hs in your hair and possible hair extensions.Hi! I’m sorry if this is a silly question but I get he slightly in my scalp. Like some bumps with hurt or some scabs will form it’s not horrible...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingFlares
Nursing Mothers and Topical TreatmentsIn various patient groups, I see a lot of discussion regarding what might be safe for nursing moms to use for flares, either open or closed. One of the most...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingFlaresTips & Advice
HS worse after pregnancyHi All, I was recently diagnosed with HS, my flare ups tend to happen under and on the sides of my breast, but I also get flare ups between my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCopingDepression
HS-Friendly ProductsIf you were to put together the perfect care package for an HS Warrior, what comforting and practical items and products would you include?...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCopingTips & AdviceWound Care
Dealing with the physical and mental tollI am looking for some support. I've had hs for 15 years but only got diagnosed and treated for about 6 months now. I have severe anxiety and depression....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDepressionCopingCaregiving
Managing college with HS..Hi guys! Rebecca here. I’ve recently enrolled in college as a mature student. I’m wondering does anyone have any tips for managing school life with HS? I’d love to hear...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCoping
Talking to friends about HSI have been realising recently that I tend to downplay my symptoms to my friends & family as I don’t like letting them down when I cancel plans? Anyone else...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingAwareness
Thread of Positivity: Show me your pets!I wanted to start a thread of positivity so people who were feeling down had somewhere to go to cheer themselves up. Show me the adorable creatures who help you...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingCaregivingDepression
Body ImageI've been struggling a lot lately with accepting my body as it is now. Of course, I have an idea of all the surgeries I want to have to get...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAwarenessMental HealthCoping