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Hi All, Humira Or Infusions? Which Have You Had The Most Success With? Thanks, Thomas
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Moderate to severe HS

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Hello Thomas,

Humira (adalimumab) is typically administered through subcutaneous injections, either every week or every other week after an initial loading dose. It is available as a single-dose… read more

Biologics
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What injections is everyone on? What works for you? How long did it take to work?

I’m in stage 2 and currently 3 months into simlandi and it is working but not fully. Just curious what others use.my doctor recommended consentyx as our next approach if needed, does anyone have experience with it? Did you find you got sick easier, contract a serous illness?

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I'm on cosentyx. I'm still waiting to see if it helps me

I'm Wondering If Any Females Have Noticed That There HS Flairs Up Around That Time Of The Month?
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Yes absolutely!

I Wonder If Pore Treatments Could Help....
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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

Does Anyone Use Humira To Help With HS? It Says Can Cause Cancer Is Why I'm Asking
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Yes, Humira (Adalimumab) is indeed used to help manage Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS). It is the only biologic medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) specifically for HS… read more

Any Thoughts On Humira?
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Didn’t help me.

Humira
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My dermatologist recommended me to use Humira. I have Lupus, but it's remission. Does that affect me to fight infections and lower my immune? I am interested though.

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Oh ok thank you.

I’ve Used Humira And Most Recently Remicade (IV Treatments) With Very Little Success. My Doctor Is Going To Try Cosentyx. Any Thoughts?
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This is exactly what has happened to me. Just took my 1st injection of cosentyx on Friday

Looking For Products That Help With Dressing Under Harm Hidradenitis Suppurativa
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Non adherent pads are a must!

Can Anyone Recommend A Great Doctor In The NYC/Long Island Area? My Dermatologist Haven’t Been Great; Should I See An Immunologist?
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I was recently diagnosed last year but realize I have had flare ups for a few years. We just always thought they were ingrown hairs in my groin/pantyline. Currently in the midst of one and I’m miserable. I’m lucky b/c mine aren’t that bad, but I’m terrified of what they could become.

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Also I love my Rheumatologist .....
Dr. Tan Mark
222 E Main St Ste 312
Smithtown, NY, 11787