HS and chronic folliculitis? Does anyone else suffer with both? I have really bad chronic folliculitis on my buttocks along with very painful and large HS boils and abscesses. They never go away. Anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDermatologistFlaresTreatment
Dapsone - what to expect/testimonies?Hi all, I started Dapsone 50mg daily about 2 and a half weeks ago now and I'm not noticing anything different. I thought maybe my HS was improving slightly but...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDermatologistTreatmentCoping
Get to the root of hsFor the first time is 8 years I am lesion free. My hs disease state was related to ingesting certain foods. I purchased a food sensitivity kit online (Everlywell) that...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
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...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & AdviceTreatmentNewly Diagnosed
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?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesWeatherFlaresTravel
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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
When were you diagnosed?How old were you diagnosed with HS?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 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 ...Reactions0reactionsComments6 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?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatmentTips & AdviceMental Health