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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 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....Reactions0reactionsComments28 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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Online HS FriendsHave you been able to make new online friends through HSDisease.com or other online support groups where you are able to chat about daily life?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCopingFriends & FamilyIntimacy & Relationships
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