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,...

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ariesgurl
ariesgurl
where do most of you shop for clothes? I am having such a hard time finding clothes that don't expose my armpits!! It seems like they don't make any shirts with sleeves these days. everything is sleeveless or has really short sleeves, even t shirts don't have the proper size sleeve anymore. Shopping has become such a depressing thing for me. Well it was always depressing but before it was due to my weight and clothes not fitting right but now it's the HS! Funny how before the HS showed up I didn't realize how much worse it could be. The things we take for granted! I used to hate exposing my arms cuz they were fat but now I don't know what I wouldn't give for that to be my only problem.

I live in Canada so any suggestions on stores with clothes to meet my needs would be appreciated! I am only 31 by the way so nothing that carries fashion for teens or older women...thanks!

arieagurl
favabean
favabean
I can so relate! I live in the US so I can't help with stores, but what I look for are things like lacy, crocheted shrugs, loose and flowing tunics or swing jackets in a sheer or light fabric that you can wear over a sleeveless tank. This will provide camouflage but still look stylish. And think about cute accessories that draw the eyes away from problem areas. Same premise for plus size gals. Winters are far more easier to dress for!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I so kno what yall are going thru becuz i hate showin my arms off. I feel the same about sleeves its like everything is made for tiny stick figures. I do have a fav store i shop at its for curvy women. Its called torrid. Go to www.torrid.com check it out and see if its for you. Warning thou somethings can be a tad expensive but the clothes are well made. I live in the US idk if they stores there not sure see the website they ship there thou. Good luck
deleted_user
deleted_user
www.softsurroundings.com

...is a mail-order company that is dedicated to SOFTNESS and COMFORT. In addition to clothes, they also carry bedding and some other niceties. Another great thing is that they carry nearly ALL SIZES: 0-Petite to 3X in some cases. The catalog is available if you'd rather browse it in comfort. If you're not "average" size, there are great clearance items, but sometimes all sizes are available. You get 10 or 20% off during your birthday month if you sign up for their emails. You can also see customer reviews before you buy the item - which I have used: I might order a size up or down depending on what others have said about an item. It's pricey if you want the latest thing right away, but I usually wait for the sale or clearance. Hope that's helpful!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I live in Canada and am overweight with HS, Additionelle has some breathable cotton tops with longer sleeves if you haven't already tried them.
Also I shop online at Jessica London website, quite happy with their selection..shipping costs are a little high but definitely worth it..
Hugs and good luck!