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Armpit...now groin!

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blondie15
blondie15

I have had HS in my armpit since I was 15. I am now 19. It started in my left armpit and since I've been at college it's the worst it's ever been.  I tried injections, creams, home remedies, and antibiotics but nothing worked.  I went on accutane for my acne but that didn't help it either.  I am scheduled for plastic surgery on my armpit in January.  However, I just noticed a huge flare up in my grown, right near my private area.  Any suggestions / tips to help the pain, smell, and discomfort of these bumps?

Thanks!!

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  • alex70929
    alex70929 blondie15

    Posted

    Hi, my name is Alex, I'm 29 years old and live in Illinois. I feel very bad for you. Mine started in my left arm and moved to my inner thighs and then in my groin just above my manly area. I have had several surgeries with the last one being 9-25 where the Dr cut out all the cysts under my stomach and put 47 staples going across from hip to hip to keep me closed. I would strongly suggest surgery but also suggest taking 30mg of zinc 3 times a day with food. I understand your being tired of injections, creams and such but I have several suggestions as to what might help. I also do not suggest going to Mayo clinic in Minnesota because their HS clinic was not any help. If you need any assistance feel free to message me.

    • blondie15
      blondie15 alex70929

      Posted

      thank you for the insight. what changes did you notice with the zinc?
  • alex70929
    alex70929 blondie15

    Posted

    Personally it reduced the swelling for a while and it has worked for others I know. Hibiclense is available at most pharmacies and is a great soap that may reduce the amount of flairs
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