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...It’s really hard to feel good when you’re having a hidradenitis suppurativa flare. You feel emotionally and physically drained and in so much pain. That’s why self-care is so important...

...In case you missed it, check out Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series! This one has been a little hard. As someone who used to wear sweaters and...

...In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! When it comes to my family, I’ve found that setting boundaries can mean different things. Sure, there have...

...COVID-19 has changed our world. I was ordered to work from home in 2020 and I had a huge fear of catching COVID-19. I knew it could jeopardize my health...

...Sometimes during a flare or especially painful lesions, those of us with HS are stuck in a loop of depression and inactivity. Art can help us to process our feelings...

...Back in August of 2021, I had to honor of working with Men's Health Magazine. They helped to highlight my story as a male living with hidradenitis suppurativa. If you're...

...Tina is a sensitive and vulnerable child. She is a girl of extreme temperaments too and would often experience sever shift in moods. Right from her school days, she has...

...Sometimes during a flare or especially painful lesions, those of us with HS can get stuck in a loop of depression and inactivity. Art can help us to process our...

...Managing a chronic disease has its challenges, and it can be difficult to cope or even find someone that understands what you are feeling and experiencing at any given moment...

...Historically, tattoos have been around for thousands of years. They tell a story and can tell you everything about a person. I have always admired the intricate ink designs. I...

...Hello beautiful people! Here is a video of what I would have told my younger self when I was originally diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). I hope you find this...

...The biggest issue that I find with people who have HS that may initially go unnoticed is the smell. We all know what I'm talking about... The smell that's a...

...Going to a new doctor is never easy and can be very nerve wracking, especially if you’ve had traumatic experiences in the past. Medical PTSD is real and can really...

...The majority of South Indian cuisines are centered around rice or rice-based dishes. The soil, rain, and temperature are far more conducive for growing more rice than wheat. But that’s...

...What is desirability, and what makes us think we need to be desirable to others? Is it instinct? Is it our need to mate and find a partner? What is...