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Suffering with HS? This list is for you!
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items These are some suggestions for managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa!
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Medical
Supplements
Bath Soak
Reducing Bacteria!
Manuka Honey and Salves
Bandage Supplies
Medical
There are several medical treatments for HS as well, including new biologics! If you have tried the antibiotics and haven’t gotten anywhere, then maybe consider asking about some of these newer meds!
Hidradenitis suppurativa - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Acne Inversa): Symptoms & Treatments
Supplements
60 day supply
Carlyle Turmeric Curcumin Supplement 2400mg | 180 Powder Capsules - TikTok Shop
90mg is the recommended daily amount for someone who has HS.
Here is the study showing its efficacy with HS! : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27554338/
Nutrivein Premium Zinc Gluconate 100mg - 120 Capsules - Immunity - TikTok Shop
Vitamin D is required in our bodies for so many functions: from our bones to our immune system, it serves many jobs. It is recommended to take a Vitamin D Supplement if you have HS or a vitamin D level less than 60nmol/L
Doctor's Best Vitamin D3 5,000 IU, 360 Ct
Bath Soak
Epsom salt can also help heal the skin and draw out sores.
Equate Epsom Salt, Magnesium Sulfate, 128 oz (8lb), Unscented
Reducing Bacteria!
Washing with chlorhexidine 3x a week will greatly reduce the amount of bacteria on the skin. This is key with reducing the number of sores that show up. Leave on skin for three minutes before rinsing off. You can use regular body wash of your choice ...
Chlorhexidine 2% One Gallon
Walgreens version of Hibiclens if you’d rather this. Dye-free
Walgreens Dye-Free Antiseptic Skin Cleanser, 16.0 oz
Manuka Honey and Salves
Manuka honey is amazing for healing wounds. Apply to open wounds and cover until closed/healed!
It is also edible, and you can take a spoonful if you get a cold or sore throat!
The higher the MGO number, then the better it is for you.
New Zealand Honey Co. Raw Manuka Honey UMF 10+
This is a giant tub of ichthammol drawing salve. It will bring any boil to open up and drain. It will pull out a splinter if you want it to. It does smell pretty bad but it does work wonders!
TRIMOL Ichthammol 20% Drawing Salve 14oz
Vapor rub can also be used as a drawing salve, but it cannot be applied in or near the groin.
Equate Vaporizing Rub Ointment, 3.53 oz, Compare to Vicks® VapoRub® Active Ingredients
Bandage Supplies
Gauze to cover the wound after using Manuka honey or drawing salve! You can also use a bandaid as well. If using honey, you should also consider using a waterproof dressing.
Medline Non-Sterile Cotton Woven Gauze Sponges
Waterproof dressing that lasts days. Cut to use. We use this over gauze when applying Manuka honey.
ANAMPION Tattoo Aftercare Waterproof Bandages 6x2 Yard