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Skin Specialist Vs Dermatologist?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Grand Rapids, MI

I seen something recently that said maybe these two doctors together could help with more relief. What are your thoughts. Anybody have more insight these docs working hand in hand vs one or the other

July 7
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A myHSteam Member

I'm not sure you would be any further ahead with 2 Dr's........I have seen too many Dr's that didn't know anything about HS. I've also been to a dermatologist that just gave me doxycycline which did nothing. I think there is the odd Dr that is well educated in HS, and if you can find one of them, you are lucky! I have helped my HS more than any Dr by trying things on my own. Most things you try only seem to work temporarily as well. I am convinced that what you put in your mouth directly affects your body. I am on the keto diet and in remission.....yes NO HS!!!! Lovin Life!

July 7
A myHSteam Member

A dermatologist is a type of skin specialist. Dermatologists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating skin conditions, including hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). They have extensive training in both internal medicine and dermatology, which is crucial for managing complex skin diseases like HS. If your Show Full Answer

A dermatologist is a type of skin specialist. Dermatologists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating skin conditions, including hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). They have extensive training in both internal medicine and dermatology, which is crucial for managing complex skin diseases like HS. If your dermatologist cannot provide a proper diagnosis or treatment, you may need to see a board-certified physician who specializes in complex medical dermatology.

July 7
A myHSteam Member

Is all this working

November 6
A myHSteam Member

I found a wonderful dermatologist that I have been working with. Previous doctors swept it under the rug and made like it wasn’t important. I was given antibiotics off and on for years. I’ve had surgeries and they came back. I’m now on Clindamyacin, metformin, spironolactone, (daily) and cosentyx every two weeks.

July 9
A myHSteam Member

If your insurance will pay for it, go for it. I’m about to have a plastic surgeon and a regular surgeon perform on me Tuesday.

July 7

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