Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) often involves managing abscesses and wounds, which can vary significantly in healing time and severity. This guide provides detailed tips for handling typical HS wounds—not […]
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The Weight Debate: Unpacking the Myths About Hidradenitis Suppurativa
How many times have you been told that losing weight will cure your Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) or that being overweight is the cause of your condition? We’ve heard it from […]
Beat the Heat: How to Stay Cool with Hidradenitis Suppurativa
By: Cristina Curp, COO If you live with hidradenitis suppurativa, summer can feel like a mixed bag. Warm weather, sunshine, and outdoor fun sound amazing, but the heat and humidity […]
Swim Easy: Tips for Enjoying Water Activities with HS
As summer heats up, a common question arises: Is it safe to swim with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)? The answer is typically yes! With a few precautions, you can enjoy swimming […]
Heat or Cold? The Smart Guide to Managing HS Abscesses
Hot, cold, moist heat, dry heat… When it comes to treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) abscesses, choosing the right therapy can make a big difference. Let’s break down the pros and […]
Gland Removal in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Practice of the Past
Have you ever heard someone on social media mention, “I had my glands removed”? If so, you’re not alone! The idea of gland removal as part of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) […]
Aquaphor vs. Petroleum Jelly vs. CeraVe: What’s Best for HS Wound Care?
Navigating wound care for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can be overwhelming, especially with so many products claiming to help. Let’s break down three popular options—Aquaphor, plain petroleum jelly, and CeraVe Healing […]
Understanding HS Triggers
Understanding your personal triggers can be difficult. For some, triggers are easily identified and for others, it can be more difficult to identify. This is all part of the process […]
Surgical Options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Surgical procedures are increasingly integrated into HS care, regardless of disease severity. With many surgical options now considered earlier in treatment—alongside medication—it’s important to remember that no two surgeries or […]
Navigating the Workplace with HS: We’ve Got Your Back!
Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) isn’t just about managing physical symptoms; it’s about navigating life with a chronic, often misunderstood condition. One of the biggest challenges? Talking to your employer […]
HS Connect Launches “The Healing Space”: A First-of-Its-Kind Mental Health Hub for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Patients
HS Connect, a leading nonprofit organization in the hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) advocacy space, proudly announces the launch of The Healing Space, a groundbreaking mental health initiative created specifically for the […]
The Link Between Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Pilonidal Cysts
If you have hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), you may also have experienced or are experiencing a pilonidal cyst. HS is a skin condition that causes painful boil-like, abscesses, and tunnels that […]