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Drs near me that can help and what type of Dr. Diagnosed you with HS? What is the procedure for the diagnosis ? Lmk thank you God Bless you

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Webster, NY
April 3
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Hi, I never go directly to what you send to me. I always just go to the HS page.

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April 4
A myHSteam Member

So I went in to my PCP and explained that I suspected I had HS and wanted to see a dermatologist. She looked at me and agreed that it probably was HS, but officially I think the diagnosis came from the dermatologist she sent me to.

April 10
A myHSteam Member

A good plastic surgeon who treats HS

April 9
A myHSteam Member

My pcp diagnosed me and I told her what was going on and seen her several times for the problem it was too often to just be a reaglar boil or cyst hear or there so she diagnosed me with it and gave me a referral to dermatologist and prescribed me oral antibiotics in the mean time two months worth it made me very very sick

April 7
myHSteam

What type of doctor can diagnose HS and what's the diagnosis process?

A dermatologist is typically the specialist who diagnoses HS, as they have expertise in skin conditions. Your primary care provider can refer you to one, though some insurance plans require a referral first, so it's worth checking with your insurance.

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What type of doctor can diagnose HS and what's the diagnosis process?

A dermatologist is typically the specialist who diagnoses HS, as they have expertise in skin conditions. Your primary care provider can refer you to one, though some insurance plans require a referral first, so it's worth checking with your insurance.

Many myHSteam members recommend seeking out a dermatologist who specifically has experience with HS. One member shared, "With the dermatologist, I felt like I was actually being listened to and taken seriously. I highly recommend people seek referrals to their local dermatologist."

The diagnosis process involves:

* A detailed physical examination of your skin
* Looking for typical HS features like nodules, tunnels, abscesses, and recurring lesions
* Reviewing your medical history and symptoms
* Asking about family history of HS
* Checking which body areas are affected (armpits, groin, under breasts, inner thighs)

Your doctor may also order additional tests to rule out other conditions, such as:

* Bacterial cultures from lesions
* Skin biopsy
* Imaging tests like ultrasound

There's no single test for HS—it's diagnosed based on how it looks and its pattern over time. Unfortunately, many people experience delays of 7-10 years before getting properly diagnosed, so seeing a knowledgeable dermatologist early is important.

April 3

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