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Are People With HS More Likely To Get Shingles ?
I have had Shingles twice now...Last time it arrived on Christmas Day. The Nurse tells me I'm not eligible for the jab for another 5 years... Has anyone else come up against this
Thank you Wendy for the comment....
I will speak to the nurse again
For me it was worse the second time and really don't want to go through it again 🤒
Has Anyone Tried Birth Control To Help HS Symptoms And Did It Help?
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… read more
Birth Control
What type of birth control do you use? How has it affected you HS?
IUD Users: what kind do you have? has it affected your HS?
I am due to change my IUD and I have not done this since being diagnosed with HS. I cannot tolerate the patch and unlikely to tolerate the pill. I an stuck on where to go and would like to know what works for all the other ladies out there without causing flare ups.
Are you asking about the use of birth control pills for managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)? Here are some key points:
- Types of Oral Contraceptives Used for HS: Combined oral contraceptives… read more
Women With HS, Have You Found Birth Control Methods That Work Better Than Others To Prevent Flare Ups Or Reduce Symptoms?
I found years of relief on Lo Loestrin Fe birth control I still had very minor flare ups but nothing like what I deal with now
What Was Some Of The Best Product That Anyone Used For Hs? That Actually Worked?
Vicks vaporub/bath crystals for dulling pain. The gummies for pain. Hibiclense for cleaning.
Has Anyone Had Luck Using Birth Control To Control Breakouts?
Many members of myHSteam have reported varying results when taking birth control for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS):
- Positive Experiences
- One member mentioned, “My daughter is much better now… read more
I Just Read A Study Where 67% Of Stage 1 Patients Went Into Remission After Receiving Ertapenem Injections For 6 Weeks. Anyone Tried It?
Hi Tammy, for inflammation I would stay away from foods like simple carbs, processed foods, and sugar. Supplements that are good are turmeric, omega 3 fish oil, vitamin D and C, and ginger are just a… read more
Where Can I Find More Info On HS?
Has Anyone Taken Yaz At/after 40? If Not Yaz, What Birth Control Pill Did You Take After 35/40?
I think my HS is hormona at least in part (I reallf flare before my period, which is normally every 3 weeks ::cry::). My doctor put me on spironolactone, but it’s messing up my periods so that I am bleeding every other week, and my period is insanely heavy! So, the doc wants to put me on Yaz too, but the internet says it’s not a good idea after 35
Im wondering if anyone here had similar conversations with their doctors about Yaz? Or did you decide on a different birth control pill (if so,… read more
I’ve been thinking about Humira. Do you notice any side effects from it?
Has Anyone Had A Second Inflammatory Disease Ie: Arthritis Etc. ? Has Anyone Tried Birth Control Pills? Successful?Tried Prednisolone?
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