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Dermatologist?

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brensltrs
brensltrs

Should I see a dermatologist or general practitioner to be diagnosed?

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  • kaymate
    kaymate brensltrs

    Posted

    If you are in the UK, ask your GP to refer you to a dermatologist because the GPs really haven't got a clue. Trust me, i spent years and years going back and forth. Don't  expect miracle cures, unfortunately there are none, but they can advise on how to manage it.  Good luck. 
    • brensltrs
      brensltrs kaymate

      Posted

      TY, in the US, but that's what I hope to avoid!
  • hypercat
    hypercat brensltrs

    Posted

    Hi I agree.  You need to see a dermatologist for a diagnosis as they are the experts not your GP.  The derma can also advise you on current treatments and what is best for you.  A GP will try this and try that first coz they are not generally very knowedgable about HS.   So go straight to the top.  x
    • tammyjo311
      tammyjo311 brensltrs

      Posted

      Make sure you do your homework and find one who has treated people for HS before, if not they wont be helpful...I finally found a plastic Surgeon who specializes in HS, and has now referred me to a Specialist at Georgetown Univerity in Washington DC, waiting for that appointment to start a series of Humira Injections...20 plus years suffering..;(
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