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 repliesDepressionCopingMental 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 repliesFriends & FamilyCopingMental 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 repliesTreatmentTips & AdviceMental Health
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 repliesTips & AdviceSymptomsWound Care
Bath Products and HSHey Guys I love taking a relaxing bath, especially after a hard day. I also think it might be good to soak my HS flare ups. But I always worry...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Skin graft Has anyone ever had a skin graft for their HS? My surgeon is suggesting it. Please let me know. Thanks in advance...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAwareness
Do you think your HS is hereditary?Does anyone else in your family have HS? My dad and my sister do, I'm curious if anyone else has that experience....Reactions 0 reactions Comments28 replies
Breakout areasHi, I’m new to the HS community and I am recently experiencing a severe breakout, however it’s also all over my upper thigh and knees…is this normal or should I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies