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Managing the Psychological Toll of HS
April 24, 2026
Living with hidradenitis suppurativa can take a serious emotional toll—from anxiety and depression to challenges with self-esteem, relationships, and daily life. This article explores why mental health support is a critical part of HS care and offers insight into recognizing, addressing, and treating the psychological burden of the disease. Click to read why caring for your mind matters as much as caring for your skin.
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Understanding Hidradenitis Suppurativa: What You Need to Know
April 24, 2026
Painful lumps, flare-ups in skin folds, delayed diagnosis—hidradenitis suppurativa can be confusing, frustrating, and life-altering. This patient-friendly FAQ explains what HS is (and what it isn’t), who is at risk, why it’s so often misdiagnosed, and what treatment options are available. Click to learn the essential facts every person living with HS should know.
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From Reactive to Proactive: Building Longitudinal Care Plans That Actually Work for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
April 17, 2026
What if dermatologic care didn’t stop at the flare? Discover why shifting from reactive treatment to proactive, longitudinal care plans can lead to better outcomes, stronger patient relationships, and management strategies that truly stand the test of time.
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Beyond the Surface: April 2026
April 10, 2026
Catch the latest from the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation—Board leadership updates, new HS research insights, upcoming clinical guidelines, featured resources, and key events on the horizon.
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Expert Insights on HS: What Every Patient Should Know About Today’s Treatment Landscape
April 1, 2026
In a new episode of the Derms on Drugs podcast, leading dermatology experts discuss the evolving understanding of hidradenitis suppurativa, including treatment strategies, emerging therapies, and what real progress looks like for patients. Tune in to hear practical insights that shed light on where HS care is headed and how it continues to change lives.
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A New Era of Hope for HS: Personalized Treatments Are Changing the Outlook
March 31, 2026
What if HS care could be tailored to you? At the 2026 AAD Annual Meeting, dermatology experts shared how personalized combinations of medical and in‑office surgical treatments are improving outcomes and bringing new hope to people living with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa. Learn how these advances could shape the future of HS care and why they matter now.
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Raising the Bar for HS Outcomes With Barry Resnik, MD
March 15, 2026
Years-long diagnostic delays and incremental treatment approaches have left many patients struggling. Barry Resnik shares how earlier escalation, clearer treatment goals, and a focus on function, not just lesions, could change the trajectory of hidradenitis suppurativa care.
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Standardization of Lesion Classification and Assessment by Investigators in Clinical Trials for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
March 5, 2026
A team of dermatology experts has just agreed on a standardized way to identify and classify HS lesions, potentially transforming how clinical trials measure disease and evaluate treatments. Find out how this new consensus could reshape research and bring us closer to better therapies.
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Understanding Moderate Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Diagnosis, Impact, and Treatment
February 25, 2026
Explore why early recognition and tailored care are vital for patients with moderate hidradenitis suppurativa. This Dermatology Times piece breaks down key challenges in diagnosis, the real impact on quality of life, and evolving treatment strategies, including when to consider systemic and biologic therapies to prevent disease progression.
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“I Lost 15 Years of My Life”: A Man’s Journey With Hidradenitis Suppurativa
February 25, 2026
In a revealing interview conducted by The Educated Patient, Keven Brown opens up about his long, painful battle with hidradenitis suppurativa — from years of misdiagnosis and physical hardship to the emotional toll of living with a chronic condition and the resilience it took to reclaim his life.
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