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
Anti-Inflammatory GreensGreens are a staple in every Black family that I know! Greens are warm, cozy, and go great with cornbread or black-eyed peas with a dash of hot sauce (AIP... By Jasmine IVANNA EspyBookmark 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
Ask the Advocate: DiagnosisFor so many of our HS warriors, the road to diagnosis is long and involves many misdiagnoses. In fact, on average, it takes people about 7 years to get an... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 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
HS & Depression Part 2: Tips To Deal With Depression During A FlareIn case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Depression and HS are a tough combination. Dealing with the physical pain of HS and the emotional anguish... By Cooper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Community Views: What I Wish Others Knew About Hidradenitis SuppurativaHidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can cause symptoms that are painful and embarrassing. Itchy or painful bumps near the groin, buttocks, armpits, and genitals can return again and again. There can be... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
I Love to Travel But I Do Not Love Flying: Managing Airports with HSI am writing this on my first plane ride in two years. After months of not flying due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I am flying home for a wedding. I... By Kathryn Shusta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Rolling On With HS (Part 2): Dealing With Negativity Around Your Mobility AidsIn case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Using a mobility aid for HS is probably a lot more common than you think and unfortunately, ableism... By Cooper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Low-Carb Peanut Butter Protein Packed French Toast 🍞Hello, Beautiful People. Thank you for coming by to my profile to check out my very 1st episode of Cooking With Joey. Just to give you all an idea of... By Joey Torre1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
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 this skin condition was complicated because it is... By Tia Ivy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Selina’s Ramblings and Oddities: First EditionHello everyone. Today I thought I would write just a blog-style article about what’s been going on with me and my Hidradenitisy (it’s an adjective, I swear) life. I entitled... By Selina Ferragamo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Advocate: TriggersIn case you missed it, check out part 1 of this series, where we asked our advocates about their diagnosis. For so many HS warriors, finding out what triggers your... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments