Yes absolutely!
It's great to hear that antibiotics have helped shrink the cysts under your arm. In cases of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), antibiotics can indeed reduce the size and inflammation of the lesions… read more
Is or has anyone used the humira treatment and how was the results? Drs wanted me to try it a few years back but it was super expensive even though they had programs that would help the cost and I was worried about the warning about lung issues because my family has lung problems on both sides. I would be interested in anyones results with this treatment and also how hard was it to set up the programs that help pay for it and was it still expensive in the end?? Thanks in advance for any… read more
Non adherent pads are a must!
Oh my goodness! Our stories sound very similar. I had a Pilonidal Cyst removed from my buttocks in I believe 2014. It was the most excruciating pain I have ever been in.
I wasn't diagnosed with HS… read more
Yes, some of my worst symptoms are happening on my right breast and under my right arm tons of swelling pain discomfort that causes nerve problems, but nothing is ever seen on top of the skin. It is… read more
I found I was low on vitamin d and iron so given prescription for those for 6 weeks and now on daily otc vitamin d
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.
Also I love my Rheumatologist .....
Dr. Tan Mark
222 E Main St Ste 312
Smithtown, NY, 11787
Nope! HS isn't infectious so it can't be passed from person to person.
The time between tests and professionals walking was 9 years for 3 examinations, and a photo session for the medical community magazine!
Thanks for noting !
This is getting worst.
Omg do you have a healed photo? Hugs