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

By A myHSteam Member 32 answers

Which HS Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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How Do Beverages With Caffeine Affect Your HS?

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What HS Symptoms Keep You Up At Night?

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Is Anyone Seeing A Pain Management Doctor? The Pain And Swelling Are So Bad I Just Need Some 😮‍💨 Relief

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Lincolnton, GA
A myHSteam Member

No but went to ER to get them drained. Oh what a relief it is.

February 15

How To You Get Rid Of Inner Thigh Blackheads And Scarring!! Helpppp

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Seattle, WA
A myHSteam Member

You can't get rid of them. What I've found is if you Express too many of the black heads. That leaves it open more for your immune system to send in the white blood cells. And you're more likely to… read more

February 20

Hi,Does Anyone Here Have Lipedema, Lymphedema N Or Dercums?

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Easton, PA
A myHSteam Member

Recurring infections – Lymphedema can increase the risk of skin infections in the affected area
If you experience any of these symptoms, speak with your doctor. Early treatment can help manage the… read more

February 15

Will I Ever Heal Are Get Better

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Milwaukee, WI

My H.S have spread it from my arm pits to my bikini line and sores everywhere my chest arms face my hair has start coming out so i cut all my hair off i’m sick of taking antibiotic and creams that’s not working are the any one out here in milwaukee specialize in H.S

A myHSteam Member

I began to think that also. Especially these boils that then turn hard like knots. Will they ever go away?

February 15

What Are Some Ways To Figure Out What My Triggers Are?

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Ashford, CT

In the middle of an absolutely horrendous flare in both armpits and under my belly. They won’t heal, they’ve all been open since mid December and I’m SO sick of antibiotics and prednisone. I have my first appointment with a derm but it’s not until June. I’m not sure where to start.

A myHSteam Member

Hi. I tried Humira a couple years ago, and it wasn't that bad. But everybody's different. I do know if you try Humira and get on a program they have a person that will call and talk you through the… read more

February 14

What Antibacterial Soap And Deodorant Do You Use With Hs To Stop The Smell,thankyou.

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
United kingdom,Lowestoft
A myHSteam Member

Native is a brand of deodorant that is aluminum free.

February 18

Will HS Cause Leg Swelling?

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

I have not had swelling in my leg but I get a flare that pops up reaally close to my lady bits, which not only causes my lymph node to swell, but my outter labia. Yeah, not fun. But I would keep your… read more

February 13

Does Anyone Else Get Sharp Stabbing Pains In The Affected Area Sometimes, Even When There Is No Affective Flare.

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Birmingham, UK
A myHSteam Member

Yes I do as well

February 28

Any Advice On Lumps Around The Waistband Area? I Would Guess This Is More Of A Hairy Bloke Question!

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Birmingham, UK

Does Anyone Take Spironolactone? And Is It Helping?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Indianapolis, IN

Started at 50 mg of spironolactone about 6 month ago...in those 6 months I've been bumped up twice to. I have been at 150mg for almost 3 months now and haven't seen even the slightest change except having to pee every 5 minutes lol

A myHSteam Member

I take it every morning. But I’m only on 25mg. Like you, it hasn’t done much except frequent bathroom trips. I thought it was helping and then a monster showed up a couple days ago on the side of my… read more

February 14
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