There are so many conditions that can look the same, sometimes causing confusion about your diagnosis. One of the most commonly confused conditions with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is folliculitis. While […]
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa Statistics: Separating Fact from Fiction
How much do we really know about Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)? The answer is complicated. Despite being a common condition, there are gaps in the data due to misdiagnoses, underreporting, and […]
Down Syndrome and HS
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is seen more commonly in people with Down syndrome. We need to get the word out and make sure HS is being diagnosed and managed in the […]
Say ‘NO’ to I & Ds
In the journey of managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), patients often face challenging decisions regarding treatment options. One such option that frequently arises is Incision and Drainage (I&D) procedures. While these […]
Deroofing Abscesses and Emotions
My 15 year old had her who knows what number deroofing yesterday, another in the armpit. Usually I don’t get emotional, I try to stay strong for her. I know […]
HS Fads: What are they?
A fad is a random treatment or regiment that comes from out of nowhere and gains momentum quickly and without merit. Other people are so desperate for something to cling […]
L-Lysine: An HS Fad Revisited
Medically Reviewed by Jillian Ondreyka, MPH, RDN, IFNCP, IBCLC, CLT L-Lysine is not a new fad in HS; it was introduced between 2015 and 2016 and has resurfaced recently. Some […]
Wound Care Tips for the HS Patient
Author Katherine Scherling MS, ARNP, CWCN-AP is an advanced practice provider with over 10 years of wound care experience who cares about HS patients and their skin care. Forward from […]
Does Size Matter with HS Abscesses?
Whether you have an abscess the size of a gumball or a cantaloupe (yes, this does happen to some), HS is painful. But what about the pea sized or the […]
504 Plan for Students with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
Originally published: March 19, 2022 | Updated: July 2026 Children living with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) often face challenges that extend beyond managing their medical condition. Painful flare-ups, wound care, fatigue, […]
Food Sensitivities and Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hi there! My name is Jillian Ondreyka; I’m the resident dietitian on the HS Connect team. I have HS myself and started specializing in Nutrition for HS in my virtual […]
HS Misconceptions & Stigmas: Separating Fact from Fiction
Most of us have heard these before; the HS misconceptions. It doesn’t matter how confident we are in our disease, our triggers or our bodies, these misconceptions still sting. These […]