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

By A myHSteam Member 30 answers

What Lessons From Your HS Experience Are You Applying In 2024?

By A myHSteam Member 32 answers

What's A Common Misconception About HS?

By A myHSteam Member 42 answers

Has Anyone Ever Taken The New HS Drug Cosentyx?

By A myHSteam Member 28 answers
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Has Anyone Ever Had Botox Injections Into The Area For HS?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Bedford, UK

I am stage 1, i had a lump that was mistakenly diagnosed as a sebaceous cyst surgically removed last year (he then diagnosed me with HS). It healed slowly and when I finally saw a dermatologist she said I should never have had surgery, I should have been referred to dermatology. I have developed a small under the skin lump since then right near the same area. You can barely see it , it doesn’t emit fluid, but i get bouts of it being sore.

Ive tried doxycycline, im on the pill, clindamycin and… read more

A myHSteam Member

That is a strong good antibiotic.but maybe not for your problem.i have tried this year EMUAID.sold on Amazon
My brother sent it to me and it took 3 to 4 weeks and it took care of a big flair up.it… read more

April 12

I Wonder If Pore Treatments Could Help....

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Longview, TX
A myHSteam Member

Pore treatments typically target acne by cleansing the pores, but hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a different condition that begins with follicular occlusion, or plugging of the apocrine sweat gland… read more

April 11

I Wonder If There Is A Possibility Of Hs Going Away After Menopause? Just Due To The Huge Hormonal Change.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Longview, TX
A myHSteam Member

NOPE. Don't count on that.

April 11

My Dermatologist Is Starting Me On Humira. Any Info Or Advice Regarding This Treatment If You're On It Would Be Appreciated.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
BC, Canada
A myHSteam Member

I was on Humira to be honest I feel like it didn't work for me but who knows maybe it will work for you...I'm on a different medication called Consentyx. I've been on it for 3 weeks now and I can see… read more

September 14

Anyone Participate In Any Clinical Trials For Their HS Treatment? Positive Or Negative Results?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Saint Augustine, FL

I’ve had HS for 25 years, diagnosis for 10 years, stage 3.

A myHSteam Member

Thank you so much, Ashley. I’ll take a closer look!

April 9

I Have Sharp Pains In My Front Upper Thigh. Is There A Surgery For This?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Richmond, VA
A myHSteam Member

Thank you Heather! I pray that things get better for you soon.

April 23

I'm About To Start Humira My Doctor Says It Witg Help With Hs. Anybody Elese Used This

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Cullman, AL
A myHSteam Member

I can't take Humira, but Dr. put me on Cosentyx. I am 4 weeks into treatment with no results. But my condition is severe. I still have hope, but it's really rough.

April 11

I'm Currently In The Hospital 🏥 Just Had Surgery Today! I Had An Abscess Under My Left Axilla. I've Had Over 100 I & D Surgeries Since 2015

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Connellsvile, Pennsylvania

I'm open to meeting others!

Anyone Used Spironolactone With Doxycycline

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Milton Keynes, UK
A myHSteam Member

Everyone has their own way x

September 28

What Immediately Relieves Pain For A Blister In Your Nose

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Corydon, IN
A myHSteam Member

I use Cosentyx. It hurts but......hopeful it's gonna work

April 11
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