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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2repliesCopingFlaresTips & 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...reactions3repliesWound CareTreatmentTips & Advice
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionsrepliesCoping
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Finding Joy While Living With Hidradenitis Suppurativa...As 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...reactions1comment
Just got diagnosed, is my life doomed? ...Hi, everyone. I'm a 22 year old woman from India. My inner thighs have been dark ever since I can remember. I got facial acne when I was 11, which...reactions6repliesMental HealthSymptomsTips & Advice
HS: A Stubborn Lifelong Partner...Oh 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...reactionscomments
Keep Calm and Spoon On...Have 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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa Lesions and Biofilms...I'm going to include this article from the NIH; the abstract does a fairly good job of outlining why biofilms may be a real concern in trying to treat HS...reactions4repliesTreatmentDermatologistWound Care
Anti-Inflammatory Greens...Greens 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...reactionscomments
