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What Did You Have To Do To Get Your Diagnosis?
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Hi so I’ve just started my journey into finding out if I do indeed suffer from HS. I’ve been suffering for around 20 years but I’ve never looked into an any diagnosis because I thought that was just me. I’ve recently had a pilonidal cyst removed and I’m on a round of antibiotics as my stitches have become infected :(
My doctor has also prescribed me a low dose antibiotic to take for 3 months, a wash and nasal cream to be used for 5 days before they consider referring me to a dermatologist. Did… read more

A myHSteam Member

This is actually what HS will look like in the very beginning 👇👇😁

Remember Unfortunately Scientists And Dr’s Still Don’t Know What Causes HS Or How To Cure It To Get Rid Of It For Good.
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Baz
Aawweee I'm Sooo Sorry To Hear That🥺Wowwww,Yeah That Is Big n Its Because Of HS U Said?😳This HS Is Terrible,I'm Amazed Of How Strong You Are,♥️God Bless You n Heal You🙏🏻Rest n Get Well Soon♥️🥰🙏🏻I… read more

Will This Disease Ever Go Away Or Find A Cure
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A myHSteam Member

Please stay encouraged sir. I've had the same surgery on my underarms & it's no joke @ all. Prayers going up

Scarring
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Hello everyone. I am new on here. Obviously very annoyed and discouraged about my HS and would love any tips and recommendations! Ordering the “HS magic ointment” I have seen posted on here. Anyone have good tips or remedies for the scarring?

A myHSteam Member

Options available for your HS scares but I am proud of mine 🤣👇👇👇👍

What Do You Wish Others Understood About Living With HS?
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Great attitude MaryKay

How Long Does It Take For The Open Wound To Close Under Your Armpit
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😊 it all depends on what you mean by a wound this is me after surgery and they said that it could take up to 6 months for it to heal it was the last little bit that took the longest out of all and I… read more

Hello What Is A Flare Up
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i had absis in my groin thats not gone away with antibiotics an tunneled round my groin area an bum and ive been told its hs its been like an on goin infection for me just tunneling to new places last few years an constatly weepin where it breaks skin an makes hole but theres no smell an no flareups

A myHSteam Member

It's what I've got bud,it's 2 abscesses together,right underneath in the scrotum area? Except mine bleed all the time. supertiva hidradinitis is the cause,my only advice is to try and keep your groin… read more

UK Based - Does Anyone Know Of Any Scar Treatments That Can Be Used Around The Groin Area?
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I suffer with HS in the groin area and get very self conscious of the dark purple scars they leave. Does anyone know of any/has used any kind of treatment to improve the look? Thank you

What Products Or Treatments Do You Use For HS Scars?
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Hi everyone - I have tried everything from Bio-oil to every scar treatment oil and ointment... what works best for you?

I am also wondering if anyone has had laser treatment and whether it was worth it.

Thanks!

How Do You Handle Insensitive Comments Or Misconceptions About HS?
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Confidence!! You’re the one living with this condition. Your knowledge is the most accurate to be able to educate & relay information to others who tend to have an intolerable verbal backlash for what… read more