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My Son Is Looking For A Therapist Who Can Help Him Cope With Severe HS. He Is A Teenager. We Are In NYC. Any Suggestions?
Prayers he finds the peace he needs. I have suffered since I was a teen and didn't know what is was until much later in life. Never realized how much it bothered me either until I talked to someone… read more
Diabetes And HS
I have Diabetes 2. My problem is HS combined with Diabetes has caused my Diabetes to spike a lot. I am now taking medication to get HS under control. My biggest problem is losing weight because of the spikes. Can anyone give me any suggestions on what I can do?
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and diabetes are connected in several ways. Here are some key points:
Connection Between HS and Diabetes
- Increased Risk: People with HS are at a higher risk of… read more
Are There Students/teenagers With HS? How Do You Stay Focused In Class With The Pain And Tiredness?
I feel very tired and sleepy. Find it difficult to focus. Stare blankly at the board. The sudden shooting pain/discomfort while sitting doesn't help. If anyone could give tips to cope, would be great.
Well , I also dealt with it during school, and I dealt with it how I deal with it now.. you just do. you may have to get up from your chair slower, or wince at the sudden sharp pain that comes, or… read more
Here’s One For The Guys (and Probably For The Gals, Too!)! What Type Of Underwear Do You Wear? Can’t Find A Style That’s Comfortable! Thanks
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Does Anyone Know Of Any Drs That Know About HS In Toronto Ontario?
I live in the GTA and have been formally diagnosed, but I definitely have HS. Developed it in high school! Yay…
Anyways if anyone knows of a Dr, I’d love to get it touch with them and book an appointment.
HS And Type 2 Diabetes, High Blood Pressure And High Cholesterol?
Hi bob2, I'm pretty sure also that the 3 conditions are linked together, I have all 3 as well or I should say had all 3 the type 2 is gone, I was told you can reverse type 2,I was just having… read more
What Kind Of Supplements And/or Prescribed Medicines Do You Guys Take And Have You Seen Any Improvement?
I take turmeric as a supplement and use Hibiclens in the shower.
I also was prescribed spironolactone and clindamycin ointment.
Here are some supplements and dietary changes that people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have tried, along with their experiences:
Zinc Supplements
- Mixed Results: Some members reported… read more
The Skin Removal Is Too Expensive? And Way The Time To Diagnose The Disease Is So Long?
The time between tests and professionals walking was 9 years for 3 examinations, and a photo session for the medical community magazine!
Thanks for noting !
This is getting worst.
Omg do you have a healed photo? Hugs
Hey So Sometimes My Breakouts Are So Bad That I Can’t Go To Work I’m A Single Mother Sometimes Im Short On Rent Is There Help For That ?
Not sure of financial help, but fmla is definitely an option and depending on your work see if there’s an opp to work from home (ada accommodation) if it’s some division of phone service. I work for a… read more
Does Diabetes Cause Hs, Is There A Connection
Experts don’t yet understand why people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) get diabetes at higher rates. It may be related to unbalanced hormone levels, one of the causes of HS. People with HS also… read more
