A Real Unicorn (Doctor): Part 2In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Here is how my first visit went: we did try the topical cream, but because of one of... By Chelsea Freund3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
A Real Unicorn (Doctor): Part 1Even in the rare disease world, I am rare. I have seven rare diseases, and another twelve not-so-rare diseases (and when you lump all of these together, they are comorbidities... By Chelsea Freund3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Overcoming Adversity: Hayley's Journey to AcceptanceThe Editorial Team at HSDisease.com is highlighting HS warriors and their journeys in our Voices of the Community interviews. We talked to Hayley and she shared why she has chosen... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Disease Beyond Just Flare-Ups: How HS Can Cause A Dent In RelationshipsI was in my early 20’s when I finally learned to correctly pronounce the tongue twister – Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Indeed, it was a relief to know that I had a... By Mandira Harinath2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dietary Restrictions and Disordered Eating: What You Need To KnowAuthor's note: This article discusses eating disorders and weight loss with a mention of pounds lost in relation to height. If you are struggling with an eating disorder, this article... By Cooper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Well, It Does Run in Families: How I Learned that My Family Members Also Have HS“Your skin issue, are they like boils, and do you get them in your armpits?” We were standing in the kitchen of a large rental house in northern Michigan. It... By Kathryn Shusta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Credible Health InformationThere is a lot of health information available on the internet these days. From personal blogs and online magazines to government websites and beyond, advice about your health is available... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Allopathic, Holistic, and Homeopathic, Oh My! How I Use All Forms Of Medicine To Help My HS (Part 3)In case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! Homeopathic and naturopathic care go hand in hand as a united team of defense against illness... By Cooper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
HS, Sobriety, and Mental HealthContent warning: This article discusses self-harm and disordered eating. I have suffered from various mental health issues since I was a teenager. It's only now, as a 24-year old that... By Rebecca Quinn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Stocked and LoadedHidradenitis suppurativa is a challenging disease, but it can also be an expensive disease. Often those who have it purchase supplies by the bulk – especially when they find something... By Chelsea Freund2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Do I Get The Latest Updates On HSDisease.com?The internet is ripe with information on hidradenitis suppurativa and other conditions that affect the skin. Unfortunately, sometimes it can get to be a little too much. Perhaps it leaves... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Joy While Living With Hidradenitis SuppurativaAs someone who lives with a debilitating chronic illness, it is important for me to recognize what brings me joy and make time to do that as much as possible... By Kathryn Shusta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
HS: A Stubborn Lifelong PartnerOh HS, some days I thank you for shaping me into the woman I am, some days I kind of forget you exist. Today, I despise you! You currently have... By Rebecca Quinn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Keep Calm and Spoon OnHave you ever heard of the term "spoonie?" If you know what a spoonie is, then there is a good chance that you may consider yourself a spoonie or relate... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Allopathic and Holistic and Homeopathic, Oh My! How I Use All Forms Of Medicine To Help My HS (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Holistic care is defined by the Oxford dictionary as “characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking... By Cooper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Become an HSDisease.com Health Leader!Would you like to share your experience with the hidradenitis suppurativa community and help others who are also living with this diagnosis? We are looking to add new voices to... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Loving Someone With Chronic PainEditor’s Note: This article was originally shared by our sister site, Migraine.com, and was written by Amanda Workman. This is one of those articles intended for the ones who love... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Allopathic, Holistic, and Homeopathic, Oh My! How I Use All Forms Of Medicine To Help My HS (Part 1)Doctors, naturopaths, functional medicine, holistic care - what is the difference and how can you use all forms of healing to your advantage? In this series, I’m going to define... By Cooper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
HS & Ink: How To Safely Get Tattooed When You Have HSAs someone who came from a long line of individuals with tattoos (my dad, all of my siblings, many of my aunts and uncles, cousins, you name it!), I was... By Cooper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Living With A Fistula - A Literal Pain In The Butt!!Fistulas, a literal pain in the butt. If you haven't heard of a fistula don't worry, neither did I until I, unfortunately, was diagnosed with one. Let's talk about what... By Rebecca Quinn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments