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That's a big step, and it's completely understandable to wonder how surgery might interact with your HS. While there aren't specific studies on hysterectomy and HS flares, here's what's generally known about surgery and HS:

HS typically does not develop at the site of surgery or trauma. However, new areas of the body can Show Full Answer

That's a big step, and it's completely understandable to wonder how surgery might interact with your HS. While there aren't specific studies on hysterectomy and HS flares, here's what's generally known about surgery and HS:

HS typically does not develop at the site of surgery or trauma. However, new areas of the body can be affected by HS at any time, so it's always possible new symptoms could appear after surgery — though not necessarily because of it.

A few things worth discussing with your surgical team beforehand:

- Get your HS under control first — having inflammation managed before surgery can reduce complications and improve healing
- Stay on your HS medications if possible, before and after surgery, to help prevent flare-ups
- Wear loose-fitting clothing after surgery to avoid rubbing or pressure on healing skin
- Watch for signs of infection post-surgery, such as increasing pain, redness, swelling, pus, or fever — contact your surgeon immediately if these occur

It's really worth having an open conversation with both your dermatologist and your surgeon before the procedure so everyone is on the same page about your HS management plan going in.

Wishing you a smooth surgery and recovery! 💛

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