Active todayBest Deodorant for HSHey All, My HS has now spread into my armpits, I was wondering whether deodorants weren't helping and making them more inflamed. Anyone have suggestions on the best deodorant that...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesFlares
FeaturedWhat triggers your HS flares?Certain types of foods, products, stress, hormones, smoking, genetics, alcohol, and a host of other factors can cause HS flares. A place to exchange ideas, tips, and experiences all related...Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 repliesDiet & NutritionFlaresTriggers
HidrawearHey! I'm finally able to get hidrawear ordered but having trouble knowing what size to get. I'm between a size 20 to 24 but not sure if there's anyone else...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingDiagnosisFlares
Distracting yourself from pain during a flare 💜How do you distract yourself from the pain during an HS flare? Comment below...Reactions 0 reactions Comments51 repliesFlaresPain
Upper Arm Numbness & PainHi, I have had HS since I was 13/14 and was diagnosed when I was 17. I’ve always had pain but recently for the past few months my right upper...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesFlaresPainSleep
Piercings and HSSo, I think I'm going to write a blog post about this too, but has anyone had any issues getting piercings while they've also had HS? For instance, I could...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesDrainageFlaresScaring
HS PhotosWhether you've been living with hidradenitis suppurativa for several years or you just received a diagnosis, this is a space to share photos of your HS journey. #HSWarriors...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAwarenessFlares
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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCopingFlaresPain
HS FlaresDoes anyone else have PTSD from HS flares? I find myself afraid to do anything because I'm not sure what will trigger my body to break down. The unpredictability of...Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 repliesTriggersPainFlares
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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesCopingFlares
