Finding The Inner Warrior Within YouIn this video, Chaz encourages other HS Warriors by sharing a story of a situation that helped him find his inner warrior. Through this experience, Chaz learned to not place... By Chaz Frazier1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Recipe for Art: Googly Eye CoasterSometimes during a flare or especially painful lesions, those of us with HS are stuck in a loop of depression and inactivity. Art helps us to process our feelings and... By Chelsea Freund1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
In A Pool Of BloodIn case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series, Complexities of Disease Management and Single Parenting. At first, I couldn’t really comprehend what was going on but... By Meera Thirtha2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
How Do I Know If My Cosmetics Are Safe to Use?If live with hidradenitis suppurativa and have ever used cosmetics, you may wonder how the federal government makes sure these products are safe. You may also wonder what steps you... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting Another Diagnosis with HSHS is a grueling disease that has taught me so much. I was diagnosed when I was 17 years old and will soon be 27. Coming up on the 10... By Isela Nataly2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Toxic Positivity (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Your resistance to only looking on the bright side is actually normal. Pushing down your feelings and pasting... By Chelsea Freund5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
How Chronic Boils Taught Me To Live Guilt-Free (Part 3)In case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! In learning to accept that my journey with HS is in fact not my fault, I... By Chelsea Perry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Toxic Positivity (Part 1)Maybe this scenario sounds familiar to you: you are standing in line at your favorite store, buying up all of their 3”x4” self-adhesive bandages they had out on the shelves... By Chelsea Freund3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Doctor Horror StoryIn the early stages of my HS diagnosis, I put up with a lot from doctors. I was scared and unsure of what was happening with my body and so... By Gabriella Birzh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
KosambariIndian cuisine is well known for its extraordinary flavors. With a plethora of lip-smacking delicacies to choose from, it never fails to satiate the taste buds. With HS surfacing in... By Mandira HarinathBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Complexities of Disease Management and Single ParentingMy daughter Tina (name changed) is a sensitive and caring child. Our home used to be filled with her ring of spontaneous laughter every time she was in a playful... By Meera Thirtha2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa – You Are Your Best Advocate (Part 3)In case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! You’re being treated, but you need some support from others who are going through what you... By Chelsea Freund4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Vegan/Gluten Free Honey Garlic KetchupA super easy and super yummy guilt-free vegan Honey Garlic Ketchup! This recipe is inspired by Fit Green Mind and I substitute some of her ingredients to try and make... By Selina FerragamoBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Exercise and HSFor many people, exercising with HS is a double-edged sword - you know that exercise has health benefits that can help with HS, but exercising itself can sometimes be painful... By Gabriella Birzh2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa – You Are Your Best Advocate (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! You made it to the appointment! Maybe it’s your first time with this doctor, or maybe it’s your... By Chelsea Freund3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Non-Dairy New York City Egg CreamAs a boy who proudly grew up in Brooklyn, New York, I have so many great memories. My dearest memories are the ones I share of my grandfather. As I... By Joey TorreBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Journey to Humira (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! I switched to a new doctor about two years after my diagnosis because of a poor experience with... By Gabriella Birzh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Your MatchWhat’s your number? No, actually, I don’t mean your phone number. Have you stopped to think about the number of doctors you’ve seen in your lifetime? If you are fairly... By Chelsea Freund3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
No Breadcrumb/No Egg MeatballsThis is my guilt-free meatball recipe. Seriously, you won’t even miss the egg or breadcrumb! This is how I make my meatballs for any style dish! You can pair this... By Selina FerragamoBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Importance of CommunityIn this video, Chaz reminds us about the importance of community and finding others who really understand what it’s like to live with hidradenitis suppurativa... By Chaz Frazier1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments