Yes, many members of myHSteam have tried birth control pills to help with HS symptoms, with varying results:

- Positive Experiences
- One member reported that their daughter is much better now that she takes a birth control pill daily, attributing the improvement to hormone regulation.
- Another member shared that Show Full Answer

Yes, many members of myHSteam have tried birth control pills to help with HS symptoms, with varying results:

- Positive Experiences:
- One member reported that their daughter is much better now that she takes a birth control pill daily, attributing the improvement to hormone regulation.
- Another member shared that they had no new flares since starting birth control in October, believing it to be effective.

- Negative Experiences:
- Some members found birth control pills ineffective, with one reporting continued severe breakouts.
- Another member experienced itching fits at HS sites after taking birth control, leading to significant discomfort until the medication cleared their system.

Overall, while birth control pills can help some individuals with HS, they may not work for everyone and can sometimes worsen symptoms.

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