Hello everyone I had to have skin flap surgery under both arms it hurt like hell
I’ve had an incision and drain under general anaesthetic on right axilla, but still having issues with that for the past seven months and never healed, so now waiting to hear from a plastic surgeon… read more
My doctor said waxing is good but I’d seen other doctors online not encouraging this practice
I have started laser once on the groin and had to stop due to pregnancy. A dermatologist in Dominican Republic told me to use Soprano Ice laser hair removal. I was 2 months into it before I needed to… read more
I’ve never had HS surgically removed before and I’m VERY nervous and anxious about it. I want to know what to expect so I can be prepared.
I haven't personally undergone the procedure, but I can provide some information based on what others have experienced. The "de-roofing" or unroofing procedure for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)… read more
I was in the ICU a month ago with pneumonia. Was on very strong antibiotics. I have not broken out since. I have a severe case. Usually I have at least 2 lesions at any given time.
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. However, the exact cause of HS is not fully understood. Here are some key points:
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Moderate to severe HS
I have had a 'cyst' for a over a year. It does not drain unless I squeeze it and it is mostly blood. It normally doesn't get inflamed but if it does, it is not major. It only hurts if I try to squeeze it. My derm says it's HS. I'd like to take my chances and have someone lance it. When it first presented, I thought it was an ingrown hair from waxing. It is right in the bikini line area. Has anyone had a non-draining, 'flat' cyst that is HS? It is very dark in color. Also, if I do have it lanced… read more
Thank you so much!!!!!
The biggest food triggers for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can vary from person to person, but some commonly reported ones include:
- **Dairy products**: Foods like cheese, butter, and cow's milk… read more
For deep boils under the skin associated with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), topical Clindamycin is often the first treatment prescribed. It helps by reducing the bacterial load on the skin and also… read more