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With the number of times I have heard “You have boils? I get those, too!” you would think that I would be used to receiving this reaction when I share...

It’s no secret that hidradenitis suppurativa can be triggered by stress, anxiety, and depression. Because of this, it can be beneficial to try and limit these things as much as...

Choosing to use my voice to advocate for Hidradenitis Suppurativa awareness has led me to create connections, discover new avenues to share my story, and also be more hyper-focused on...

For me, the new year has always signaled reflective thoughts and the need to create an action plan to ensure future success. For so long it seemed to me that...

Editor’s note: This post contains graphic images of Selina’s armpits before and after her surgeries. Hey you! Welcome back! You have no idea how excited I am that you decided...

The Tale of Dr. Homeboy In Part 2, we left off at the part where I got butchered by a general surgeon, and things were crappy. After the surgery, my...

When battling chronic illness, the struggle can be real in finding balance between all of our responsibilities in life. Honestly, achieving the perfect balance may be impossible but you can...

While hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is known mainly as an inflammatory skin disease, it can affect other aspects of your mental and physical well-being. Pain and scarring from lumps and tunnels...

The Tale of Dr. QuackEditor's note: This post contains graphic images of Selina's armpits after her surgery. If you’re reading this, then you probably read my first installment of Strong...

There are many different organizations and websites focused on helping people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Some offer information and news about the condition, while others support those living with the...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, chronic inflammatory condition that causes painful lumps under the skin. The lumps can break open, and tunnels can form under the skin. Living with...

The Tale of a Walk-In Medical Clinic There’s an episode of Bob’s Burgers where Linda says, “I hate this rash, Bobby. It’s turning me into a monster!” And then Bob...

Sexual health and positive body image are important aspects of quality of life that can be affected by hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). HS is a chronic, or long-term, auto-inflammatory skin disease...

When I first opened my laptop to write this article, I planned for it to be happy and upbeat. But then I realized, “Hey Selina, you don’t feel happy and...

My journey to healing in chronic illness is greatly supported by staying organized and tracking my experiences as they happen. The variable nature of my HS means that my flares...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be hard to diagnose because its symptoms may look like many other skin conditions. Folliculitis can often be confused with HS because they both present with...

Having a chronic illness is never easy and having one like Hidradenitis Suppurativa can be pure hell on earth. The chronic pain. The weakening mental health. The actual physical management...

Let’s face it, living with chronic illness can be both mentally and physically taxing for even the most grounded person. Some days, being mindful of my thoughts and remaining present...

While hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a rare condition that affects about 4 out of every 100 people, it is more common in women than in men. According to some research...

Caring for someone with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be emotionally draining. Health issues that impact a loved one also impact partners and family members. HS can affect the social, emotional...