The impact of menopause on hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) varies among individuals. Some people report worsening symptoms after menopause, while others experience an improvement or no change at all. In studies, nearly 40 percent of postmenopausal people with HS reported worsening symptoms, 44 percent saw no change, and in... read more

The impact of menopause on hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) varies among individuals. Some people report worsening symptoms after menopause, while others experience an improvement or no change at all. In studies, nearly 40 percent of postmenopausal people with HS reported worsening symptoms, 44 percent saw no change, and in a separate study, 48 percent reported improved symptoms with menopause. This suggests that while hormonal changes during menopause can affect HS, the outcome can be different for each person.

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How Does Menopause Affect HS? | myHSteam