How I Budget Money With A Chronic IllnessAside from the physical challenges of having a chronic illness, the financial challenges are one of my biggest stressors. I am lucky...reactions2comments
My Hidradenitis Suppurativa Symptoms in Unusual PlacesFor years, it seemed like I had the typical symptoms of hidradenitis suppurativa. I had painful bumps that turned into swollen humps...reactions6comments
Finding the Right Deodorant for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)I have a confession: that offensive body odor smell used to be me! As a person with hidradenitis suppurativa, I have a...reactions3comments
Combatting Loneliness for Better HealthEach person's experience of loneliness can be varied and individual-specific. For some, moving to a new area or country might trigger a...reactionscomments
Don’t Sweat It! How To Exercise With HSWe all know that movement is a vital part of keeping healthy, both physically and mentally. But having a condition that is...reactions2comments
A Guide to Managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa BlackheadsA frequent topic in hidradenitis suppurativa discussion groups is the distressing appearance of spots that look like blackheads. In reality, these skin...reactions4comments
The confidence to say yes to your dreams part 2Now that you know about my journey to actualizing my dreams, part two is dedicated to providing you with some tangible steps...reactionscomments
Doctors: Thanks to the Good OnesHaving a good doctor is incredibly important, especially if you have hidradenitis suppurativa. The right doctor can make all the difference in...reactionscomments
Using Epsom Salts for Hidradenitis SuppurativaAs I ease into my third hot Epsom salt bath of the day, I realized I have no idea how or why...reactions12comments
Heat and HS: How I Plan to Beat the Summer HeatIt’s that time of year again. That time of year when some of us HS warriors find ourselves in an imaginary race...reactionscomments
How Having Hidradenitis Suppurativa Helped Me Take Control of My Mental HealthEver since I can remember I've always been sad. If it wasn't because of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), it was because I was...reactions1comment
Medically Misgendered: Fighting For Appropriate Care As A Non-Binary PersonI am non-binary and I use the pronouns she/they. For me, this means I do not subscribe to any gender. I sometimes...reactions4comments
The Symposium on Hidradenitis Suppurativa Advancements: One of the Best Things I Ever DidIn October of 2025, I was invited by the HS Foundation to attend the Symposium on Hidradenitis Suppurativa Advancements in Miami, Florida...reactions3comments
Finding Body Confidence With Hidradenitis SuppurativaAs someone with a multitude of chronic illnesses, I often felt at war with my body. Hidradenitis suppurativa was the first chronic...reactionscomments
Red Flags in Healthcare Providers: When Do I Say 'No?'Twelve years ago, I was diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa. In those years, I have seen six dermatologists, five primary care physicians, and...reactions1comment
Please Don’t Be Ashamed of Your BodySummer is almost here! Woo hoo for no school and longer days, but summer also means more heat and clothes that provide...reactionscomments
Beyond the Bandages: What True HS Support Really Looks LikeWhen it comes to hidradenitis suppurativa, it is so important to have a strong support system. Having a group of people, or...reactionscomments
Three Ways to Feel Sexy With Hidradenitis SuppurativaBecause of the nature of Hidradenitis Suppurativa, whether you identify as a man or a woman in stage I, II, or III...reactionscomments
Discovering Personal HS TriggersEverybody is different and what triggers hidradenitis suppurativa flares will be different for everyone. Common triggers might include dairy, gluten, processed sugar...reactionscomments
Loving the Summer AgainI was grateful when for college, I moved to a city that had a very long winter, as opposed to somewhere like Miami...reactions3comments
