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Controlling and coping with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)

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Hidradenitis suppurativa: symptoms, severity, and stages
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: symptoms, severity, and stages

Learn about the cycle of symptoms of HS and the Hurley staging system.

5 questions and answers about hidradenitis suppurativa
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5 questions and answers about hidradenitis suppurativa

Learn how many people have HS, what we know about the causes of HS, and more answers about this chronic skin disorder.

Hidradenitis suppurativa: coping with frustration and distrust
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: coping with frustration and distrust

Getting an accurate diagnosis of HS can be a long and frustrating process, but it’s important not to give up.

Tips for talking to a doctor about embarrassing HS symptoms
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Tips for talking to a doctor about embarrassing HS symptoms

Hidradenitis suppurativa can cause a number of embarrassing symptoms than can be difficult to discuss.

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Questions to ask a dermatologist about HS
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Questions to ask a dermatologist about HS

Talking to your dermatologist is key to treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Here are key questions to discuss.

Hidradenitis suppurativa: what are biologic therapies?
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: what are biologic therapies?

Learn how biologic therapies treat hidradenitis suppurativa by controlling inflammation throughout the body.

Why should I see a dermatologist for hidradenitis suppurativa?
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Why should I see a dermatologist for hidradenitis suppurativa?

Dermatologist Michelle Henry, MD, shares the benefits of seeing a dermatologist for HS and how to prepare for an appointment.

Are there any lifestyle modifications that help HS?
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Are there any lifestyle modifications that help HS?

There are many lifestyle changes that can help people manage hidradenitis suppurativa.

Living With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Can meditation help you cope with hidradenitis suppurativa?
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Can meditation help you cope with hidradenitis suppurativa?

Meditation may help manage the emotions of HS and could even reduce inflammation.

Hidradenitis suppurativa: mental and emotional health
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: mental and emotional health

How to cope with this frustrating, time-consuming, and emotionally-taxing skin condition.

How do I get the most out of a telehealth appointment?
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How do I get the most out of a telehealth appointment?

Dermatologist Michelle Henry, MD, covers all the things to consider for a successful telehealth appointment.

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