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...Reactions0reactionsComments37 repliesDiet & NutritionFlaresTriggers
HS Treatment + Finding RemissionNew here but not new to the HS struggle. I was diagnosed with HS as a teenager but within the past two years (in my 30s with slowing metabolism) my...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesTreatmentSymptomsTriggers
Treatments I have found effective I thought I would share some insight on what has helped me in the last few months as I have seen a very positive change. I have had HS for...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiet & NutritionTreatmentTriggers
Side effects from anesthesia from surgeryI had a lower penectomy done this spring to remove abscesses. I was feeling great, healing well for two months and then my bowels and digestive system almost shut down...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide EffectsSurgeryTriggers
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...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesPainTriggersFlares
Tumeric, garlic and ginger for hsHi, recently I have been searching the web and most hs sufferers suggest to try tumeric, garlic and ginger supplements to help with hs. I tried to give these remedies...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesDiet & NutritionTips & AdviceTriggers
Anti-psychotics causing hsIt's happened 3 times in a row now so pretty much proved. Doctors believe me. Anyone else heard of this? Quetiapine. Clozapine and rispiridrone...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesMental HealthSide EffectsTriggers
How do you plan to beat the heat this summer?Warmer weather is complicated for those living with HS. While we may want to enjoy the warmer months, heat can trigger flares. What are your go-to tips and tricks to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesFlaresTriggersWeather