Hidradenitis Suppurativa Support Group
Hidradenitis suppurativa (hi-drad-uh-NIE-tis sup-yoo-ruh-TIE-vuh) is rare, long-term skin condition that features small, painful lumps under the skin. The disease manifests as clusters of chronic abscesses or boils, sometimes as large as baseballs, that are extremely painful to the touch and may persist for years with occasional to frequent periods of inflammation,...
I'm currently reading an article at
www.hs-usa.org, that says, "The course of hidradenitis is usually a chronic one. However,
there is some evidence that in women the disease eases or may
even subside following the menopause, which supports the view
that hormonal influences are important in its pathogenesis."
My question does anyone here agree??
www.hs-usa.org, that says, "The course of hidradenitis is usually a chronic one. However,
there is some evidence that in women the disease eases or may
even subside following the menopause, which supports the view
that hormonal influences are important in its pathogenesis."
My question does anyone here agree??
So to answer you question, I would say that I agree... as I notice mine flares up a bit during my cycle. I was diagnosed after my son was born, so I don't know if the pregnancy is what kicked it off or not....but it's possible.
My fingers are crossed though regarding menopause!