Overcoming Adversity: Hayley's Journey to Acceptance...The Editorial Team at HSDisease.com is highlighting HS warriors and their journeys in our Voices of the Community interviews. We talked to Hayley and she shared why she has chosen...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dealing with the physical and mental toll...I am looking for some support. I've had hs for 15 years but only got diagnosed and treated for about 6 months now. I have severe anxiety and depression....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDepressionCopingCaregiving
A Disease Beyond Just Flare-Ups: How HS Can Cause A Dent In Relationships...I was in my early 20’s when I finally learned to correctly pronounce the tongue twister – Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Indeed, it was a relief to know that I had a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Not Well...For the past 3 weeks I have been feeling really ill. I have coughed and just felt drained. So this week a boil reared its ugly head again. I was...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Gabriella Birzh...Gabriella Birzh is a 22 year old paralegal from New York City who hopes to attend law school in the near future. She was diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa when she...
Dietary Restrictions and Disordered Eating: What You Need To Know...Author's note: This article discusses eating disorders and weight loss with a mention of pounds lost in relation to height. If you are struggling with an eating disorder, this article...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Do I Connect With Other People In The Hidradenitis Suppurativa Community?...Many people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have told us that it can be challenging to find other people in your community who truly understand your experiences with HS. Our goal...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Isela Nataly...Isela is an HS warrior born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. She was 13 when symptoms began, but was not diagnosed until she was 17. Now in her mid-20’s, Isela...
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly of HS (Part 2: The Bad)...Hello Beautiful People! In today's video, I'll speak about some of the many misconceptions aka "The Bad" that are associated with Hidradenitis Suppurativa. In case you missed it, check out...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Well, It Does Run in Families: How I Learned that My Family Members Also Have HS...“Your skin issue, are they like boils, and do you get them in your armpits?” We were standing in the kitchen of a large rental house in northern Michigan. It...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Nursing Mothers and Topical Treatments...In various patient groups, I see a lot of discussion regarding what might be safe for nursing moms to use for flares, either open or closed. One of the most...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingFlaresTips & Advice
Found a relief solution - thank goodness!...Hi all, New here, but today I just figured out a treatment that surpassed everything I've tried for the past 20 years. Benzoyl Peroxide Yes...zit cream. Rub it on the...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesWound CareTips & AdviceTreatment
Finding Credible Health Information...There is a lot of health information available on the internet these days. From personal blogs and online magazines to government websites and beyond, advice about your health is available...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Healthcare Disparities in Hidradenitis Suppurativa...Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a lifelong skin condition. With this condition, irritation causes infections and itchy/painful bumps the size of a pea or marble to form on the skin. HS...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Managing college with HS.....Hi guys! Rebecca here. I’ve recently enrolled in college as a mature student. I’m wondering does anyone have any tips for managing school life with HS? I’d love to hear...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCoping
Allopathic, Holistic, and Homeopathic, Oh My! How I Use All Forms Of Medicine To Help My HS (Part 3)...In case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! Homeopathic and naturopathic care go hand in hand as a united team of defense against illness...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
AIP Compliant Vegan Cassava Mash (Mashed Potato Alternative)...This recipe is for my warriors who have a hankering for white potatoes every meal. As some of you may or may not know, potatoes of any kind are considered...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
HS, Sobriety, and Mental Health...Content warning: This article discusses self-harm and disordered eating. I have suffered from various mental health issues since I was a teenager. It's only now, as a 24-year old that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stocked and Loaded...Hidradenitis suppurativa is a challenging disease, but it can also be an expensive disease. Often those who have it purchase supplies by the bulk – especially when they find something...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Do I Get The Latest Updates On HSDisease.com?...The internet is ripe with information on hidradenitis suppurativa and other conditions that affect the skin. Unfortunately, sometimes it can get to be a little too much. Perhaps it leaves...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
