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New Jersey, NJ
February 24, 2025
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A myHSteam Member

I agree, my daughter tried it. We were hopeful. It sounded so promising but the first dose was the last. It was so painful. There was no way to continue. The needle must be larger and I cant imagine anyone keeping that needle in so long. Torture. 😔

September 29, 2025
A myHSteam Member

Please update us on how well it works for you. My son has been is a candidate for Bimselx. Good luck, hope the side effects are mild if any.

February 25, 2025
A myHSteam Member

I got approved and I get my first injection on Thursday I will keep my progress updated🤞🏼

February 25, 2025
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Bimzelx (bimekizumab-bkzx) was recently approved by the FDA for adults with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa. Clinical trials showed promising results, with many participants experiencing a 50% reduction in HS symptoms. Some people even saw up to 75% improvement in their symptoms, with benefits lasting through 48 Show Full Answer

Bimzelx (bimekizumab-bkzx) was recently approved by the FDA for adults with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa. Clinical trials showed promising results, with many participants experiencing a 50% reduction in HS symptoms. Some people even saw up to 75% improvement in their symptoms, with benefits lasting through 48 weeks of treatment. The medication works by blocking specific inflammation drivers in HS (IL-17A and IL-17F). While using Bimzelx, some people experienced side effects including infections, fatigue, and reactions at the injection site. Since this is a newly approved treatment, it's important to discuss with your doctor if it might be right for you, considering your specific symptoms and overall treatment plan.

February 24, 2025
A myHSteam Member

I tried bimzelex my 1st liading dose hurt worse than a bee sting it was slow to administer (just the way the med is) after taking it my upper thigh where the med was given was swollen and stung for a good week. Then for 2 weeks straight I got bad diarrhea which I wasn't prepared for. Man that sucked. My Dr said to keep with it so when the 2nd loading dose was used same thing stung horribly and got the diarrhea. Im sorry but this med isn't for me. Different people react differently to meds. You know you body use that as a guage to continue or stop the meds. In my case, I chose to stop the meds as I couldn't see hugging the toilet as an option for quality of life.

September 28, 2025

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