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
Become an HSDisease.com Health Leader!...Please note: at this time we are not looking for additional health leaders. Would you like to share your experience with the hidradenitis suppurativa community and help others who are...reactionscomments
Chelsea Freund...Chelsea is like many patients with autoimmune diseases; where one lurks, others tag along as well. She was diagnosed with HS in 2017 after struggling and having symptoms for 9...
Loving Someone With Chronic Pain...Editor’s Note: This article was originally shared by our sister site, Migraine.com, and was written by Amanda Workman. This is one of those articles intended for the ones who love...reactionscomments
Allopathic, Holistic, and Homeopathic, Oh My! How I Use All Forms Of Medicine To Help My HS (Part 1)...Doctors, naturopaths, functional medicine, holistic care - what is the difference and how can you use all forms of healing to your advantage? In this series, I’m going to define...reactionscomments
Talking to friends about HS...I have been realising recently that I tend to downplay my symptoms to my friends & family as I don’t like letting them down when I cancel plans? Anyone else...reactions3repliesAwarenessCoping
