Childhood TraumaI was 11 years old and unsure what was going on with me. I would get these painful lumps seemingly everywhere. It would be days, sometimes weeks, before the pain... By Crystal Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Food Became My Enemy (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! To make a long story short, by eliminating foods like pork, beef, chicken, and dairy from my diet... By Jasmine IVANNA Espy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let's Talk About Sex, BabyLet’s be honest, starting a relationship with hidradenitis suppurativa can be hard, but having sex with hidradenitis suppurativa can be painful and embarrassing. Let’s set the stage, it's sexy time... By Crystal Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why Me? (Food Edition)Lately, I've found myself grieving my past life reminiscing over what was from food to relationships to a sense of comfort in my own body. The food restrictions I've decided... By Jasmine IVANNA Espy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Confidence To Say Yes To Your Dreams (Part 1)Following your dreams while living with hidradenitis suppurativa is complicated. What we plan to do today differs from what we can do tomorrow. Each day presents new challenges, which means... By Jasmine IVANNA Espy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Self-Care for Hidradenitis SuppurativaIt’s really hard to feel good when you’re having a hidradenitis suppurativa flare. You feel emotionally and physically drained and in so much pain. That’s why self-care is so important... By Selina Ferragamo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Learning To Love Myself With HS (Part 4)In case you missed it, check out Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series! This one has been a little hard. As someone who used to wear sweaters and... By Shatece Haynes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
I'm Not Angry, I Just Have Boundaries (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! When it comes to my family, I’ve found that setting boundaries can mean different things. Sure, there have... By Shatece Haynes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How COVID-19 Affected My HSCOVID-19 has changed our world. I was ordered to work from home in 2020 and I had a huge fear of catching COVID-19. I knew it could jeopardize my health... By Isela Nataly2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Having a Positive Mindset and Finding the Silver LiningManaging a chronic disease has its challenges, and it can be difficult to cope or even find someone that understands what you are feeling and experiencing at any given moment... By Tamien Elder2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tattoos & HSHistorically, tattoos have been around for thousands of years. They tell a story and can tell you everything about a person. I have always admired the intricate ink designs. I... By Isela Nataly3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
OMG What Is That Smell?The biggest issue that I find with people who have HS that may initially go unnoticed is the smell. We all know what I'm talking about... The smell that's a... By Brandi N. McCall2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Red Flags at the Doctor’s OfficeGoing to a new doctor is never easy and can be very nerve wracking, especially if you’ve had traumatic experiences in the past. Medical PTSD is real and can really... By Selina Ferragamo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Rice Versus WheatThe majority of South Indian cuisines are centered around rice or rice-based dishes. The soil, rain, and temperature are far more conducive for growing more rice than wheat. But that’s... By Mandira Harinath3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living With Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Am I Desirable?What is desirability, and what makes us think we need to be desirable to others? Is it instinct? Is it our need to mate and find a partner? What is... By Jasmine IVANNA Espy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
I'm Not Angry, I Just Have Boundaries (Part 1)Inevitably, there are going to be bad days with HS. And as much as I may hate that sometimes, it comes with the territory of having a chronic illness. During... By Shatece Haynes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Benefits of Online HS CommunitiesBefore becoming part of the online hidradenitis suppurativa community, I really felt alone. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, HS isn’t the most pleasant thing to talk... By Selina Ferragamo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Importance of Getting a Second Opinion It took me a long time to realize this, but just because someone has the prefix “Dr.” before their name, it doesn’t mean they’re going to necessarily help treat you... By Selina Ferragamo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Learning To Love Myself With HS (Part 3)In case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! In addition to all I had to learn about my body to manage my HS, I... By Shatece Haynes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Gaslighting Before My Hidradenitis Suppurativa DiagnosisMedical gaslighting is a hot topic now, as we become aware of how we are “handled” historically and currently as hidradenitis suppurativa patients. In the past – and that includes... By Chelsea Freund5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments