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May Is Mental Health Awareness Month. Any Advice For Someone Newly Diagnosed With HS?

By A myHSteam Member 32 answers

How Does The Cold Affect Your HS?

By A myHSteam Member 34 answers

What Advice Would You Give To Someone Newly Diagnosed With HS?

By A myHSteam Member 30 answers

Has Anyone Ever Taken The New HS Drug Cosentyx?

By A myHSteam Member 28 answers
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I Am Pregnant And My Dermatologist Wants To Put Me On Humira. My OB Won't Give Me A Yes Or No. Has Anyone Been On Humira While Pregnant?

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Utah

My OB said it's my decision to weigh the risks and benefits

A myHSteam Member

yes I took Humira during my entire pregnancy ! I nor my child had any side effects

July 15

My Skin Is So Itchy Around My Flares And Boils Nothing Helps 😫 Suggestions

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Modesto, CA
A myHSteam Member

Yes to the Vicks vapor rub!! I'm a true believer in that stuff lol it helps with headaches, muscle aches, toothache, ear aches, itching , toenail fungus,etc... I sometimes have to rub my entire body… read more

July 23

Has Anybody Been Diagnosed With Reiter's Syndrome, Polyarthralgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Or Osteoarthritis, Since Having HS?

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Little Rock, AR
A myHSteam Member

Yes, people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have been diagnosed with various inflammatory joint conditions. Here are some relevant points:

- Rheumatoid Arthritis: Individuals with HS are more… read more

July 8

To The Women Who Have HS; Has It Affected Your Ability To Get Pregnant? Just Curious If Anyone Else Thought HS Affected Infertility.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Fayetteville, AR

I have moderate to chronic HS along with Fibroids, PCOS and Endo 🙄

A myHSteam Member

Women with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) may indeed experience challenges with fertility. Here are some key points:

- Infertility Rates: Studies have found that women with HS often experience higher… read more

July 8

Has Anyone Been Able To Get Laser Treatment Covered By Insurance ? Also Any Recommendations For Electric Shavers For Bikini Area

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Sarasota, FL
A myHSteam Member

The NHS doesn't cover for free laser hair removal in Northern Ireland . In 2014 I had 7 sessions, roughly £100 for 30 mins, that's a lot of time. You can buy per area sessions. I prefer to pay the… read more

August 1

HeyDoes Anyone Know If AHA(10% With Glycolic Acid)would Help Or Make Things Worse?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Brisbane, AU

I’m having some flare ups that also have small pimples and redness with it, has anyone tried AHA? I can’t really find anything on whether or not i can use it. I got a free paula’s choice AHA + glycolic acid body lotion but i’m nervous to use it without being 100% sure. thank you!! <3 :)

A myHSteam Member

Using an AHA cleanser with 10% glycolic acid can help with blackheads by acting as an exfoliator to shed dead skin cells and promote the growth of new cells. This can improve the appearance of your… read more

July 8

How Much Pain Do You Have? I Can't Handle The Shooting Pain And When It Happens, I Can't Move Out Of The Bed. Is It Just Me? I Have Multiple

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Cookeville, TN
A myHSteam Member

You are not alone. It zucks

July 11

I Am Doing Fine. I Have A Sore On My Left Side That Hurts Very Badly.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Pinckneyville, IL
A myHSteam Member

I'm sorry to hear about your pain. Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can cause severe discomfort. Here are some key points about HS pain:

- Types of Pain: HS pain can be acute or chronic. Acute pain is… read more

July 7

My Skin Doctor Recommended A Surgeon, Any Suggestions. I've Taken Cosentez, Injections, Antibiotics, Is Deroofing Or Surgery Good. I Need 😫

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
A myHSteam Member

my first surgery was a deroofing and it was very helpful and i just had my second surgery and it has helped a lot especially in my problem armpit. it's not a cure but it can help close the skin and… read more

July 5

Has Anyone Heard Of Rinzoq? And Had Anyone Have Advice Regarding Severe Hidradenitis. My Condition Is In My Groin Upper Thigh Area,

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A myHSteam Member

Richard how was the recovery period after your first surgery did you suffer any complications

July 5
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