What Is the Connection Between Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?...Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, chronic inflammatory condition that causes painful lumps under the skin. The lumps can break open, and tunnels can form under the skin. Living with...reactions6comments
Strong Independent Woman That Don’t Need No Armpits (Part 1)...The Tale of a Walk-In Medical Clinic There’s an episode of Bob’s Burgers where Linda says, “I hate this rash, Bobby. It’s turning me into a monster!” And then Bob...reactionscomments
Sexuality and Hidradenitis Suppurativa...Sexual health and positive body image are important aspects of quality of life that can be affected by hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). HS is a chronic, or long-term, auto-inflammatory skin disease...reactions1comment
It’s Okay To Not Be Okay...When I first opened my laptop to write this article, I planned for it to be happy and upbeat. But then I realized, “Hey Selina, you don’t feel happy and...reactionscomments
How I Track My HS Flares...My journey to healing in chronic illness is greatly supported by staying organized and tracking my experiences as they happen. The variable nature of my HS means that my flares...reactions10comments
Allyson Byers...Allyson Byers is an HS warrior who has been battling this disease since she was diagnosed at the age of 22. She first shared her story for SELF Magazine and...
Folliculitis and HS: What's the Difference?...Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be hard to diagnose because its symptoms may look like many other skin conditions. Folliculitis can often be confused with HS because they both present with...reactionscomments
How I Got Glad Instead of Sad: My Ways to Cope During a Flare...Having a chronic illness is never easy and having one like Hidradenitis Suppurativa can be pure hell on earth. The chronic pain. The weakening mental health. The actual physical management...reactionscomments
Jessica Mangiaracina PA-C...Jessica Mangiaracina is a Dermatology Physician Associate practicing in Westchester New York. She diagnoses and treats general dermatologic disorders, conducts full body cancer screenings, performs skin biopsies, melanoma imaging, suturing...
5 Affirmations for HS Warriors...Let’s face it, living with chronic illness can be both mentally and physically taxing for even the most grounded person. Some days, being mindful of my thoughts and remaining present...reactionscomments
What type of doctor should I see for my HS?...What's the best specialist to see? Or should I just see my GP for my care?...reactions4replies
Starting a relationship?...Tips on telling a significant other in a new relationship about HS?...reactions3replies
Chelsea Perry...Chelsea is a holistic lifestyle blogger and Hidradenitis Suppurativa advocate who uses social media to bring awareness to chronic illness. With a Bachelor's degree in Public Health from the University...
Jasmine Espy...Jasmine "IVANNA" Espy is a journalist and filmmaker from Detroit, Michigan residing in Los Angeles County, California. IVANNA is a 27-year-old living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa. She was diagnosed at the...
What are your tips for finding a good dermatologist?...Share your tips with fellow community members! If you haven’t found a good specialist, what challenges have you faced?...reactions4replies
Your Healthcare Team: Doctors Who Diagnose and Treat Hidradenitis Suppurativa...Seeing a couple of bumps on your skin is typically not cause for alarm. However, if bumps recur, worsen, or occur in locations such as your armpits, groin, buttocks, and...
Why Do Bumps And Boils Form in Hidradenitis Suppurativa?...Hidradenitis suppurativa, or HS, is a chronic inflammatory skin disease. It causes pain, appearance, and odor that can have serious effects on quality of life. HS begins when a hair...
What Medications Treat Hidradenitis Suppurativa?...Even though hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) does not have a cure, treatments can help make this painful disease bearable and prevent it from becoming worse. HS is a chronic inflammatory skin...
What Is The Prognosis For Hidradenitis Suppurativa?...If you have a recent diagnosis of hidradenitis suppurativa, you probably wonder about the future. How will this painful disease affect your life long-term? Hidradenitis suppurativa, or HS, is a...
How HS Can Affect Men Differently...While hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a rare condition that affects about 4 out of every 100 people, it is more common in women than in men. According to some research...reactions1comment
