Eenie, Meenie, Miney, Mo – These HS Lesions Have to GoFrom March of 2020 until the time of this writing, October of 2021, has really pushed my limits. It’s not as if I haven’t been through difficult times before. I...reactions2comments
Friendships & HS (Part 2)As someone with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, going to the doctor can be nerve-wracking. One way our friends or family can support us (and better understand HS) is by attending the doctors’...reactions1comment
What Ingredients Are In Cosmetics?The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not need to approve most cosmetic ingredients before they are sold to consumers. But by law, cosmetics must be safe. Under the...reactionscomments
Onset Of AdversitiesAfter I completed my graduation in English literature, my parents had decided that it was imperative for me to tie the knot. My newly acquired independence was short-lived. While I...reactionscomments
How I Manage Skin Irritation From Conventional BandagesI have dealt with managing my sensitive skin for practically all of my life. In recent years, while on my journey to living a healthier lifestyle, I’ve successfully switched out...reactions1comment
What Do Product Labels Mean?Many people with skin conditions are allergic to the ingredients in everyday household products. Triggers can include: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires that all cosmetics marketed to...reactions3comments
Happy Birthday, HSDisease.com! 🎉December 3rd marks the 1 year anniversary of the HSDisease.com community! In celebration of 1 year full of meaningful conversations, insightful articles, and our amazing community, we want to give...reactions2comments
Missteps and Misdiagnoses (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Hidradenitis suppurativa. There was no way for me to know that two words, which at first I struggled...reactions4comments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week 2022 Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the HS Is More Than Boils Giveaway. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID...reactionscomments
No Guilt Banana Cinnamon Chocolate Chip MuffinsBanana cinnamon chocolate chip muffins are my favorite!! Usually, they’re loaded with sugar and carbs, so I thought I’d try and do a healthier alternative version! This recipe uses monk...reactions2comments
Turmeric and Ginger Crispy Skin SalmonThere is nothing I love more than salmon. It seems like the more I eat it, the deeper my love grows. That's why I had to share one of my...reactions1comment
Hustle Culture and HS“You have as many hours in a day as Beyoncé” “Rise and Grind” “Sleep is for the weak” How many of us have heard this as ‘inspirational’ advice on social...reactionscomments
National Healthy Skin Month: Advice From A FriendIt is common for people to find skin conditions hard to live with, both in terms of managing the condition and coping with the emotional impact. This National Healthy Skin...reactionscomments
Tips for Managing Stress with HSWe all suffer from stress from time to time, it's inevitable. Stress and HS tend to go hand in hand because let's be real - how could they not? When...reactions3comments
Boiling Point: Results from the 2nd Hidradenitis Suppurativa In America SurveyFor many people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), there comes a point when it seems there are no treatments that provide relief from the pain and complications of HS symptoms. It...reactions1comment
The Blue Light Treatment (Part 2)In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! The first minute was okay. 'Okay' translates to heat as if you are sitting on a leather seat...reactionscomments
Anti-Inflammatory Ginger Lemon Turmeric TeaTea has become a part of my daily routine and a wonderful part of rebuilding my gut health. As HS patients, our bodies are prone to inflammation. Because of this...reactions3comments
Flare Stories: An HS Flare That I’ll Never ForgetI like to think that life consists of a collection of moments ranging from the most memorable times to everyday living. When I look back on the most memorable times...reactionscomments
The Blue Light TreatmentIt took me nine years to get my diagnosis of HS. By the time I did, I was wavering between stage I and II, and the majority of my activity...reactionscomments
Ways To Handle A New HS Diagnosis (Part 1)In this video, Chaz discusses the day he received his hidradenitis suppurativa diagnosis. He talks about his emotions, feelings, and his overall experience from that day. Check out Parts 2...reactions1comment
