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Do You Follow A Specific Diet To Help With HS?

By A myHSteam Member 33 answers

Has Anyone Ever Taken The New HS Drug Cosentyx?

By A myHSteam Member 28 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
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My Daughter Is On Hyrimoz And Was On Rinvoq Both Biologics. It Appears To Me That Both Are Causing Bad Acne. Has Anyone Else Found That Too?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
New Jersey, NJ
A myHSteam Member

While the context provided does not specifically mention Hyrimoz or Rinvoq, it does discuss the use of biologics for treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and their potential side effects. Common… read more

October 3

Has Anyone Gone Through Breast Cancer At All?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Grand Rapids, MI

If you have and wouldn't mind talking a little more in depth as I'm trying to learn about it and have questions as im dealing with symptoms of it on top of my hs. So kinda trying to distinguish between the two

A myHSteam Member

Hi Coda
Right now I am at the point where they say that I have calcified breast tissue in my left breast and say I might have breast cancer. I still need to go in for a biopsy just waiting for them… read more

September 30

What Do You Do For The Scars? I Have So Many Dark Spots Around The Area.. I Looks Like A Crime Scene

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
New Castle, PA
A myHSteam Member

Pure aloe Vera gel is amazing the results are incredible. Might even be able to wear my favorite dress soon. Still in bad stage but on antibiot I cs so hoping for end to this

September 29

Has Anyone Reported Their HS Has Disappeared While Taking Semiglutide Injections? I Haven’t Had Any Outbreaks Since Being On Injections

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Richmond, TX

I took the injections from March to end of May. We are almost to October and I have been free and clear of any breakouts. I’ve never been this long without issues.

A myHSteam Member

Mines had stopped when I was taking Humera injections, but came back once unaffordable.

September 29 (edited)

Do You Follow A Specific Diet To Help With HS?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A myHSteam Member

Sugar has been the hardest part for me it's the last thing I can't let go of and I think that's my main problem sugar leads to inflammation you are one tough babe

October 23

Any Suggestions On What I Can Do About The Issue Below?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Chicago, IL

I had the worst abscess under my left arm 3 years ago. I was hospitalized because at that time I had them under both breast and buttocks. Anyhow, it’s been 3 years and my left arm won’t stop draining. I mention it to my physician every time I go see him and I’m always hospitalized to receive antibiotics, but no surgery. I had surgery under both breast but never my underarm. I’m beginning to stress a lot about it because it seems to be getting worse and won’t stop draining, not to mention the… read more

A myHSteam Member

Hi Letrice. Thanks for the hug. I'm sending you a BIG HUG 🫂 back. I hope you are feeling better Sweetie. You are doing a good job. Keep up the good work and be blessed 🙏🏿

September 26

Anyone In The NYC Area Can Recommend A Plastic Surgeon For HS Surgery?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Bronx, NY
A myHSteam Member

For those considering surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in the NYC area, it might be beneficial to consult with a plastic surgeon. Dr. Ariel D. Teitel, a clinical associate professor of… read more

September 24

Cosentyx Vs Humira?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Grand Rapids, MI

Currently on Humira and very unhappy with lack of results. Looking at other options

A myHSteam Member

i use cosentyx it works better than humira

October 8

Has Anyone Found That They Get A Flare Up When They're Already Ill/sick?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭

I've recently come down with a cold/flu but before I started to feel sick I got a really bad flare up and a mouth ulcer/canker sore. I'm wondering if illness might bring on a flare up or if a flare up might bring on illness. Either way it feels like a double whammy attack on my body!!

A myHSteam Member

Yes, it's possible for illness to trigger a flare-up of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) or for a flare-up to coincide with illness. Here are some key points from my knowledge base:

- Flu-Like Symptoms… read more

September 21

Hey Community! Can Everyone Share Their Experiences With HS? What Causes Your Flare Ups? How Do You Prevent Your Flare Ups?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Flint, MI
A myHSteam Member

Living with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be challenging, and understanding what triggers flare-ups is crucial. Here are some common triggers and prevention tips based on my knowledge base:

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September 20
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