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Has Laser Hair Removal Help Anyone With Flares?
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I was diagnosed w HS a year ago and pcos about a 6 years ago and I’ve doing a lot of research.
I tried using tea tree oil and it helps somewhat but lately I’ve been having flares more often.
I’m currently taking metformin and ibuprofen for pain along w a topical cream for antibiotics and quit smoking weed because I read it exacerbates flares.
Wondering if maybe laser hair removal could help diminish the frequency of flares.
Has anyone else had it done and did it improve your condition?🤔

posted April 26
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I did hair laser and it did improve my thigh/groin HS.

posted April 27
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Yes, laser hair removal has been found to help some individuals with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) manage their symptoms. It can reduce the frequency of painful HS flare-ups by decreasing the number of hair follicles, reducing the bacterial load, and decreasing sebum production. This treatment has both antibacterial and ... read more

Yes, laser hair removal has been found to help some individuals with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) manage their symptoms. It can reduce the frequency of painful HS flare-ups by decreasing the number of hair follicles, reducing the bacterial load, and decreasing sebum production. This treatment has both antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, which are beneficial in managing HS.

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Benefits of Laser Hair Removal for Hidradenitis Suppurativa | myHSteam
posted April 26

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