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What's On Your Holiday Wish List That Could Improve Your Life With HS?

By A myHSteam Member 16 answers

Has Anyone Ever Taken The New HS Drug Cosentyx?

By A myHSteam Member 28 answers

Which HS Symptom Surprised You The Most?

By A myHSteam Member 50 answers

What Are Your Go-to Remedies For HS Flare-ups? 🔥🧴

By A myHSteam Member 22 answers
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Hello I'm New Here. I Was Wondering What Kind Of Soap Or Bodywashes You Have Used That Helps With Preventing Breakouts ?

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Kalamazoo, MI
A myHSteam Member

I use hibiclens on areas where I have breakouts. It works quite well.

March 20

Are There Any Financial Resources For HS Patients I Am In My 8th Year I Am Pennieless And Out Of Resources Any Info Is Appreciated Thank You

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Las Vegas, NV
A myHSteam Member

Sadly I can relate to your situation but try your best to stay positive. I've been trying for my SSI or SSDI since 2018 I'm in another appeal as we speak. I pray everything works out for you.

March 16

How Many Of You Have Been Ousted In Your Work Environment And Have Had To File For Disability As A Result Was It Hard Is Disability Adiquite

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Las Vegas, NV
A myHSteam Member

Yes they did

March 19

Has Anyone Ever Tried Emuaid Max Ointment 🤔 I've Tried It And So Far It's Been Helping Me.

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Whiteville, NC
A myHSteam Member

No, but I may check it out. Thanks.

March 15

Has Anyone Used Cosentyx For Their HS?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
New Jersay, NJ

Has Anybody Ever Used The Native Brand Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash? They Have A Couple Certain Scented Ones That Im Addicted To

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Tacoma, WA

They have the scent here in the body wash deodorant. Everything like I had to like contain myself and not get the body wash. I only got the shampoo and conditioner, but I want the body wash so bad they had last year a gummy bear scented oh my gosh oh my gosh.

A myHSteam Member

I have used it for the past year. It hasn't helped nor hurt. I love the eucalyptus and mint scent. I also use the deodorant. It does not last long but it doesn't seem to affect my skin.

March 17

It’s The Food That’s Killing Us.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Long Beach, CA
A myHSteam Member

😁👇👇 now this is because i have got diabetes but it’s a good guide that might help you guys out 🤔 remember keep away from them nasty 🤮 sugars it’s hidden🫣 in a lot of foods we eat even sauces etc and… read more

March 15

Anyone Have Insight How HS Was During Pregnancy? Can You Be On Humira While Pregnant?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Tipton, KS

Has Anyone Taken Humira With Accutane?

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Hereford, AZ

Have had trouble for years and was always given doxycycline. Today a new dermatologist told me I have HS and prescribed Humira and Accutane. Does anyone have any experience with this combination? Thank you in advance.

A myHSteam Member

I have taken the doxy but it always made me nauseous and be careful while being outside on that when it’s sunny and hot because you will burn and it will suck

March 12

Has Anyone Used Cosentyx For HS?

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Youngstown, OH

My insurance will no longer pay for Humira. This medication worked well.

A myHSteam Member

If I understand correctly, the question is "Has anyone used Cosentyx for HS". I was offered Humira 2018 in Sweden, but declined. For the past 4 months I've been on Cosentyx. A month before I changed… read more

March 14
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