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OMG I Have The Biggest Boil I Never Have.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Harmony, FL

It is so big that I can't walk or seat. I am a disabled vet and then va said I have to wait to see a dermatologist which it will be over a month. Should I go to the ER and what can they do?

October 8, 2023
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A myHSteam Member

I would say go to the ER and let them treat you for now until you can get in to see the dermatologist

October 9, 2023
A myHSteam Member

It’s so hard knowing 15 minutes with a derm may
alleviate so much suffering but it’s impossible. I hope you ended up going to the ER and got help ♥️

October 8, 2023
A myHSteam Member

I am in the same boat, I have been waiting for >3 mo for a derm and I have 1 more month, the VA will not help, I even went to a patient advocate because I can’t sit or walk some days, HS patients always slip through the cracks and end up getting temporary treatment from emergency staff which doesn’t fix the underlying issue

October 8, 2023
A myHSteam Member

Go to the ER please, so the infection won't spread , they can Lance it, so it can drain..God bless you

October 8, 2023
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