I was recently put on methotrexate for my arthritis. I was shocked to learn it completely dried up all of my active areas. Nothing and I mean nothing has ever dried up all of my hidradenitis. Hopefully it continues to work and isn't a temporary fix, though I'll take it even if it ends up being a fluke

I use Hibaclenz twice a day. Hot water compress in the area.
Vicks vapor rub for area and deodorant.

I am on keto and in complete remission......it took a few months, but I have 2 lesions that have leaked in my groin area for years, and they dried up!!! Keto will not help everyone as we are all different in how we react to what we try, but pretty amazing when it does work!

Had the same issue..

I typically take more precautions in my problem areas. I make sure to wash the areas with antibacterial soap more than once when showering. I do all I can to keep the area dry (my underarms and inner thigh area) . Might be TMI but I use my blow dryer to dry the area well after I get out the shower and prior to getting dressed. For example I dry my underarms with my hair dryer (low setting not to burn myself or even the cool setting. I make sure it’s 100% dry.