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If You've Ever Had Groin Surgery To Remove HS Can You Share Your Experience?

A myHSteam Member asked a question ๐Ÿ’ญ
Cape Town, ZA

I've recently had a consultation with a dermatologist and a plastic surgeon and both suggested I get surgery for my groin area and the area is real big so they also suggested I get a skin graft to cover the cuts done, so I just wanted to know if anyone else has expeiences this or has any advice.

September 11, 2023
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๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿค” yes ๐Ÿ™Œ but not the plastic surgery bit mine was left as a open wound and to form new skin like all of my surgeries were and my personal choice so I canโ€™t really give you any advice on the plastic surgery part but I have had a track removed and I may have to go and have the last little bit done but it has to be done by a professional as itโ€™s a bit close shall we say for my liking ๐Ÿ˜ donโ€™t know if that is any sort of help to you of course ๐Ÿค” but you can ask me if I can help you out of course no problem ๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ‘

September 11, 2023 (edited)
A myHSteam Member

Many people who have undergone groin surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have shared their experiences. Here are some key points based on their feedback:

- Satisfaction: Most people (96.3%) were glad they had the surgery and would recommend it to others
- Recurrence: While HS can recur in areas not removed during Show Full Answer

Many people who have undergone groin surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have shared their experiences. Here are some key points based on their feedback:

- Satisfaction: Most people (96.3%) were glad they had the surgery and would recommend it to others.
- Recurrence: While HS can recur in areas not removed during surgery, the recurrence is often less severe.
- Quality of Life: Self-reported quality of life significantly improved after surgery.
- Recovery: Recovery can be challenging due to the location, making it painful to sit or perform certain activities initially.

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September 5
A myHSteam Member

My name is Eric and I'm from Macon Ga I had the groin surgery did and the grafting in all I underwent about 7 surgery's im still healing and this was last year everything went well but it is a long process

September 11, 2023

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