Getting Another Diagnosis with HS...HS is a grueling disease that has taught me so much. I was diagnosed when I was 17 years old and will...reactionscomments
The Challenges of Rural Life and HS...I have moved 25 times in the last 30 years. I’ve lived on an island where the year-round residency was 300. I’ve...reactionscomments
Getting an Inflectra (Remicade) Infusion...Starting a new medication always makes me anxious. When my Humira stopped being effective for me, my doctor recommended we begin Inflectra...reactionscomments
HS & Depression Part 2: Tips To Deal With Depression During A Flare...In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Depression and HS are a tough combination. Dealing with the...reactions2comments
Letting Go Of Shame: Alice's Journey Opening Up About Her HS...The Editorial Team at HSDisease.com is highlighting HS warriors and their journeys in our Voices of the Community interviews. We talked to...reactionscomments
I May Feel Defeated, But HS Will Not Defeat Me: Battling Depression Alongside HS (Part 1)...Please note: this article touches on mature subjects with brief non-graphic mentions of self-harm and substance abuse. I woke up this morning...reactions3comments
Pain Is Not Normal: HS & Mental Health (Part 1)...Oh, college... You hear it being said all the time: college is the best four years of your life. And don’t get...reactions1comment
Emotional Impact for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Caregivers...Caring for someone with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be emotionally draining. Health issues that impact a loved one also impact partners and...reactions4comments
How I Budget Money With A Chronic Illness...Aside from the physical challenges of having a chronic illness, the financial challenges are one of my biggest stressors. I am lucky...reactions2comments
Taking Back Bath Time...When I was younger, I used to love bath time. I would bring in my dolls and toys, swim around (well, swim...reactionscomments
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Recipe for Art - Wax Stained Glass...Sometimes, those of us with HS are stuck in a loop of depression and inactivity. Art helps us to process our feelings...reactionscomments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa – You Are Your Best Advocate (Part 1)...Why don’t you tell me a little bit about yourself? I know, everyone hates this question. Nearly everyone, that is. Let’s be...reactionscomments
Embracing Change: Kim's Journey With Hidradenitis Suppurativa...Editor’s note: This post contains images of Kim’s open hidradenitis suppurativa boils.The Editorial Team at HSDisease.com is highlighting HS warriors and their...reactionscomments
Leaving Your Mark...I was a little bit of a late bloomer. I didn’t get my period until I was 14. I went away to...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
My Journey to Humira (Part 1)...There is nothing in this world that I hate more than the sight of my own blood. Watching a gruesome scene on...reactionscomments
Exercise and HS...For many people, exercising with HS is a double-edged sword - you know that exercise has health benefits that can help with...reactionscomments
Items I Keep In My HS Bugout Bag...Hello beautiful people! In todays video, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite items that I keep in my HS Bugout Bag...reactions4comments
TV Shows That Will Make You Laugh When You're Feeling Down...As a child, I found peace in watching television, for the fantasy, and the investment in other people's lives that were not...reactionscomments
