An Introduction to Acupuncture for HealingIn 2018, after returning from volunteering in Southern Africa, my HS went from barely stage 1 to serious stage 2 and landing...reactions1comment
Chronic Illness In Your TwentiesAs a 20-something woman, my life is expected to look a certain way. There is a certain Sex-and-the-City-esque romanticization of being in...reactions4comments
Become an HSDisease.com Health Leader!Please note: at this time we are not looking for additional health leaders. Would you like to share your experience with the...reactionscomments
Folliculitis and HS: What's the Difference?Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be hard to diagnose because its symptoms may look like many other skin conditions. Folliculitis can often be...reactionscomments
How HS Can Affect Men DifferentlyWhile hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a rare condition that affects about 4 out of every 100 people, it is more common in...reactions1comment
Strong Independent Woman Who Don’t Need No Armpits (Part 4)Editor’s note: This post contains graphic images of Selina’s armpits before and after her surgeries. Hey you! Welcome back! You have no...reactions12comments
Caregiving and Coping With HS PainI had just moved into my latest apartment a few months prior when I noticed a little dark-haired lady waving at me...reactions2comments
Stigma and Shame: How It Has Affected My LifeAlmost four years ago, I was diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects the hair follicles. Living with...reactions3comments
It’s Complicated! Comorbidities and Hidradenitis SuppurativaI lead an incredibly complex life for someone who is a stay-at-home patient. I’m not a mom of children nor of fur...reactions4comments
Family Planning: Passing HS to ChildrenMy sister called me a little stressed out; my niece had another boil on her chest. She told me she thought she...reactionscomments
Recovery, A Gradual ProcessIn case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! Tina was discharged from the hospital the following...reactions1comment
My Top 10 Favorite SubstitutesHidradenitis suppurativa can be caused by many different things. Some people might flare from stress, anxiety, depression, or a hormonal imbalance, while...reactionscomments
50 Things You Might Need to Hear If You Live with Hidradenitis SuppurativaSo here in New York it’s currently freezing and beautiful and blizzarding out (it’s a verb, I swear). I really love watching...reactionscomments
I Found My (Hidradenitis Suppurativa) PeopleI’ve always been an oddball. I didn’t quite fit in with the farm kids when my family moved from a big city...reactionscomments
How I Make Meal Time an Act of Self-CareIt is true that self-care has become quite the buzzword in wellness arenas over the past few years. Yet, I can’t get...reactionscomments
Coming Out As Chronically Ill: How To Talk To Friends And Loved Ones About Your New DiagnosisGetting a diagnosis of HS comes with a whole host of emotions - a relief to finally have an answer, fear of...reactions5comments
Fashion and Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Part 1)I used to think that being fashionable and having Hidradenitis Suppurativa was unrealistic. Mainly because much of fashion nowadays involves tight and...reactionscomments
Sexuality and Hidradenitis SuppurativaSexual health and positive body image are important aspects of quality of life that can be affected by hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). HS...reactions1comment
My New Favorite Healthy HS Friendly SnackI personally love anything I can eat that’s quick and easy. Unfortunately, a lot of fast and easy food items are not...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
