A Guide to Managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa Blackheads...A frequent topic in hidradenitis suppurativa discussion groups is the distressing appearance of spots that look like blackheads. In reality, these skin...reactions4comments
Recipe for Art: Painting with Coffee...The chronic pain and fatigue of hidradenitis suppurativa can lead to depression and inactivity, and it’s easy to get stuck in that...reactionscomments
Community Health Leaders...In order to stay up to date on latest treatments, drug discovery, clinical studies and how to cope with hidradenitis suppurativa every day...
Employment Challenges with HS...The symptoms, pain, and wounds of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have a far-reaching impact. Not only do they affect physical, mental, and emotional...
Loving the Summer Again...I was grateful when for college, I moved to a city that had a very long winter, as opposed to somewhere like Miami...reactions3comments
How is Hidradenitis Suppurativa Diagnosed?...You have these strange, itchy, or painful bumps. Their locations in your armpits, groin, inner thighs, buttocks, and sometimes under the breasts...
Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the Lymphatic System...Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin condition that causes painful, swollen lumps and tunnels under the skin. It usually affects areas...reactionscomments
Let's Talk About It: Observations of Support Groups..."Join the club!" Does this phrase make you laugh or cringe? Do you dress to blend in, and hope no one notices...reactionscomments
Learning To Love Myself With HS (Part 1)...It’s been quite the journey navigating HS. There’s a lot that it seems like hidradenitis suppurativa can take away from you: limiting...reactions1comment
Yummy AIP Friendly Snacks (Part 2)...There are so many Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) snacks in the 21st century that the three brands I shared previously don't even begin...reactionscomments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Unusual Places...For years, it seemed like I had the typical symptoms of hidradenitis suppurativa. I had painful bumps that turned into swollen humps...reactions6comments
The Talk: Disclosing HS in Relationships...Talking about our condition can be embarrassing and often we avoid it like the bubonic plague. Often I wonder when the right...reactions3comments
HS Sufferer...This is in response to the writer named Jennifer. I also suffer from the highest stage of HS. Every Doctor that sees...reactions1comment
HS Support Groups: Navigating Negativity and Reaping the Benefits...We want to feel supported when we participate in support groups – uplifted and relieved of the emotional and physical tolls hidradenitis...reactionscomments
Living Life Fully with HS...Have you ever said, "I can’t do that, I can’t go there, I can’t wear that, I can’t [insert task here] because...reactions2comments
My New Year’s Resolution: Putting Myself First...It’s no secret that hidradenitis suppurativa can be triggered by stress, anxiety, and depression. Because of this, it can be beneficial to...reactionscomments
Asking for a Friend: Making New Connections as a Chronic Disease Patient...Six times in my adult life I have had to start over in a new state. It hasn't been easy. There were...reactions3comments
Reflections: 3 Things 2020 Taught Me About My Chronic Illness...For me, the new year has always signaled reflective thoughts and the need to create an action plan to ensure future success...reactionscomments
