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Need Help! Managing HS During Stress & Fatigue - Tips & Advice Needed!

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭

Hi everyone,

I hope you are all doing well.

Kindly, I am reaching out because of the ongoing struggles with managing hidradenitis suppurativa, especially during times of stress and fatigue. These flare-ups are becoming overwhelming, and hope is getting lost on how best to cope.

Could anyone please share their experiences or tips on how they manage HS during stressful and tiring periods? Any advice on techniques or routines that help you avoid triggers would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you… read more

June 19
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A myHSteam Member

Being stress out use to cause the worse flare ups for me. I try not to stress even though it's hard. I would use hot compresses, antibiotics when I feel a flare up coming on, ointments also helped me.

June 20
A myHSteam Member

Thank you Bob

June 19
A myHSteam Member

If you have insurance that pays for mental health I would see a psychiatrist. I do. She was able to prescribe medication for the anxiety and depression. She also manages it. Philip this disease is mentally challenging for everyone. There is nothing wrong with using medication to feel normal again with the stress.

June 19
A myHSteam Member

Managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) during stress and fatigue can be challenging. Here are some tips to help:

1. Set Realistic Goals: Focus on achievable goals to improve your quality of life, such as calling a friend every weekend or reading one book a month.

2. Mindfulness Meditation: Incorporate mindfulness Show Full Answer

Managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) during stress and fatigue can be challenging. Here are some tips to help:

1. Set Realistic Goals: Focus on achievable goals to improve your quality of life, such as calling a friend every weekend or reading one book a month.

2. Mindfulness Meditation: Incorporate mindfulness meditation into your routine to help improve sleep and reduce stress.

3. Forgiveness: Let go of regrets and resentment to reduce stress and promote better mental and physical health.

4. Connect with Nature: Spend time in green and blue spaces, like parks or near bodies of water, to reduce stress levels.

5. Eliminate Clutter: Keep your living space tidy and organized to create a more calming environment.

6. Seek Professional Help: If stress is overwhelming, seek professional help from a counselor or therapist. They can provide individual support and help with relationship dynamics through family therapy or group programs.

7. Engage with Support Groups: Connect with others who understand life with HS through platforms like myHSteam.

These strategies can help manage stress and fatigue while living with HS.

June 19

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