Living
I walked past this paper and pen so many times before I actually got over the fear of sharing my …
Living with hidradenitis suppurativa whether you identify as male or female is utterly atrocious. While some patients do experience varying …
It’s not a secret that I’ve had Hidradenitis for a long time, and over this period of time, I’ve compiled …
I cannot count the number of times I have woken up to bloody sheets. The first few times it happened, …
Self-care is important no matter who you are but having a chronic illness means taking extra steps to ensure you’re …
Living with a chronic illness can make everyday activities complicated—even when having set supports in place. From dealing with the …
Smoothies have long been a quick and tasty way for me to get in a variety of nutrients in a …
Like many autoimmune diseases, Hidradenitis Suppurativa flares can be set off by certain things. I’m going to refer to these …
Ever since I can remember I’ve always been sad. If it wasn’t because of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), it was because …
Sometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, …
Hello world! It is I, Hidradenitis Selina. A lot of the time, my articles are targeted towards people that are …
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, chronic skin disease that causes lumps to form under the skin. The lumps usually …
I have a confession: that offensive smell of body odor used to be me! I have a long dark history …
With the number of times I have heard “You have boils? I get those too!” you would think that I …
It’s no secret that Hidradenitis Suppurativa can be triggered by stress, anxiety, and depression. Because of this, it’s beneficial to …
Choosing to use my voice to advocate for Hidradenitis Suppurativa awareness has led me to create connections, discover new avenues …
For me, the new year has always signaled reflective thoughts and the need to create an action plan to ensure …
Editor’s note: This post contains graphic images of Selina’s armpits before and after her surgeries. Hey you! Welcome back! You …
The Tale of Dr. Homeboy In Part 2, we left off at the part where I got butchered by a …
When battling chronic illness, the struggle can be real in finding balance between all of our responsibilities in life. Honestly, …