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How Does Smoking Affect HS?
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I see a lot of tips for reducing flare ups include stop smoking, and while I don't smoke cigarettes, I do smoke weed and vape. I do want to quit vaping, but I self-medicate for other conditions I have with weed, so I'm curious as to how smoking affects HS?

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My doctor for years had been trying to get me to quit. I personally don't think it affects negativity towards HS. I think they tell you that for your own good. Just to try and get you to quit. It used… read more

Did Quitting Smoking Help Your HS?
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I’ve got an appointment to help me quit smoking coming up. Just wanted to hear others opinions on the matter. According to my dermatologist, when I questioned possible triggers, she snapped at me, β€œI told you this is an auto immune disorder, just stop smoking”
Now I know smoking probably doesn’t help, but I am convinced my triggers are hormonal and stress related. I do not feel heard by her, hopefully next appointment is with a different doctor

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I quit smoking and I got more flare ups

Does Smoking Cigarettes And Drinking Alcohol Make Hs Worse?
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I quit smoking a few times for more than two years at a time. Nothing changed with my HS. I go for weeks without drinking a single drink and no change, at all. I started vaping and it got worse so now… read more

One Thing I'm Curious About Is I Know Smoking Cigarettes Make Hs Worse How About Weed? Or Edibles. Also Curious If Alcohol Does Or Just Beer
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Just trying to get a idea what I should stay away from or if drinking certain drinks is better for you then other with the condition we have. Also was curious about cannabis for pain solution.

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They're doing a study on it at the moment and they say it's great for inflammation which would help HS. I believe it's the cure for everything, but I just use edible CBD.

Does Any One Else Groin Area Sweats At Night If So Hold Do You Control It?
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Thank you so much!😊

What Medicine Or Cream Can Stop The Itching That Is In My Armpits?
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Aloe vera and/or Witch Hazel really helps. You can also put a little hydrocortisone cream around the area if it is open.

Tips And Tricks To Getting An Abyss Closed
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I am looking for a pretty fast way to get my most recent really bad HS flare-up to stop hurting me.

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😁 and it’s available at my house 🏑 as well if you are passing by sometime πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡ πŸ˜πŸ€—πŸ€—

What Antibacterial Soap And Deodorant Do You Use With Hs To Stop The Smell,thankyou.
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Native is a brand of deodorant that is aluminum free.

Does Anyone Else Have HS To Their Vaginal Area, Including Outer Labia??
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When To Go to the Hospital for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Read Article...
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I think the condition specific to the Vulval area is called 'lymphedoema'.

Hello Hope Everyone Is Doing Ok. Struggling At The Moment To Be Honest. Can I Ask You Guys What Is Deroofing? Keeping You All In My Prayers
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Depends on how extensive it is