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HS Surgery - First Time!

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
York, UK

Hi all, I’m a 30 year old female who has been suffering with HS for about 4 years. Started with my inner thighs, then groin and had my first bum lesion this month. I have surgery booked in on Friday for my reoccurring ones, inner thigh and groin. Any recommendations or good to knows would be amazing (no horror stories though please, nervous enough!)

September 2
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Considering surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) for the first time can be daunting. Here are some key points to understand:

- Types of Surgery: Options include incision and drainage, deroofing, excision, and skin grafting
- Recovery: Post-surgery recovery varies; follow-up appointments are crucial.
- Risks: Show Full Answer

Considering surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) for the first time can be daunting. Here are some key points to understand:

- Types of Surgery: Options include incision and drainage, deroofing, excision, and skin grafting.
- Recovery: Post-surgery recovery varies; follow-up appointments are crucial.
- Risks: Potential for new outbreaks even after surgery.
- Support: Joining a support group like myHSteam can provide valuable insights and shared experiences from others who have undergone HS surgery.

For more detailed information, you can visit the article "Surgery for HS: Understand Your Options" on myHSteam.

September 2

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