Top products from r/Hidradenitis
We found 24 product mentions on r/Hidradenitis. We ranked the 36 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Nexcare Tegaderm Transparent Dressing - 2-3/8 Inches X 2-3/4 Inches - 100
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
3M HEALTHCAREBox: 1002 3/8" x 2 3/4" (6 x 7cm)Window FrameA breathable, transparent film dressing, impermeable to liquids, bacteria, and viruses and designed for protecting skin and wound sites.
2. Vitafusion Turmeric Curcumin Gummy Supplement, 60 ct
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
New from America's #1 Gummy Vitamin BrandCurcumin C3 Complex Turmeric Extract (curcuma longa) 95% Curcuminoids (500mg curcuminoids)Antioxidant Properties[1]Contains NO high-fructose corn syrup, NO gluten and NO synthetic (FD&C) dyes, and NO GelatinRecipient of the 2018 ChefsBest Excellence Award. Th...
3. Hibiclens Antimicrobial/Antiseptic Skin Cleanser 32 Fluid Ounce Bottle for Antimicrobial Skin Cleansing
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
HIBICLENS ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER: Hibiclens safeguards against germs for up to 24 hrs, so it's a great choice to fight germs, fungi & bacteria during sports, school, work & home. Hibiclens antibacterial soap is gentle on sensitive skin.HOME & HEALTH CARE: Hibiclens Antimicrobial soa...
4. Nexcare Acne Cover, 36 Count, Invisible, Drug Free
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Works like a sponge to remove pus and oilGentle yet effectiveHelps reduce the urge to touch and pick at the blemishesWorks while you sleepTransparent, you hardly know it is on
5. Improved Medihoney Gel Wound and & Burn Dressing from Derma Sciences, 0.5 oz,
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Now even better in gel formMore viscous formulationIncreased stability at the wound siteProven clinical outcomes
6. Primacare WB-7701 Sterile 4" Compress Bandage, 72" Length
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Provides moderate compression without constrictionSoft non lint ravel free gauzeIndividually packed sterile in unitized boxMeasures 7-inches length by 4-inches width pad
7. Curad CUR47148NRB Medium Non-Stick Pads, 10 Count, Pack of 3
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Wound dressings for light bleeding, large surface cuts, scrapes, burns or post-surgical woundsThe ouchless non-stick pads are made of a soft, perforated Mylar film bonded to a cotton/polyester pad that is absorbent and breathableThe pads can be cut or trimmed to fit most woundsEach box contains 10 s...
8. Dermoplast Antibacterial Pain Relieving Spray 2.75 oz (Pack of 3)
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
temporary relief of pain and itchingSafe and effective for children ages 2 and older
9. Stainless Steel Lancet
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Carefully inspected for the utmost sharpness, uniformity and absolute sterilityUltra sharpPointed tapers from all sidesMinimum skin trauma and pain200 count
10. AmLactin 12% Moisturizing Lotion - 20oz
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Fragrance free moisturize and soften rough and dry skin12% Moisturizing Lotion is a special formulation of 12% lactic acid neutralized with ammonium hydroxProvide a lotion pH of 4.5 - 5.5NEW Larger Size 20 ozHydrating Power
11. Solgar – Yeast-Free Selenium 200 mcg, 100 Tablets
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
ESSENTIAL MINERAL: Selenium is an essential trace mineral that is required component of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidaseHOW IT HELPS: Selenium contributes to antioxidant health as a component of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidase which helps the body fight against cell-damagi...
12. Taking Charge of Your Fertility, 20th Anniversary Edition: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, Pregnancy Achievement, and Reproductive Health
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
William Morrow Company
13. TURMERIC POWDER FRESHLY PACKED IN LARGE JARS, spices, herbs, seasonings
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Quality SpicesIn Large jarsPacked Fresh Weekly
14. 3M Medipore +Pad Soft Cloth Adhesive Wound Dressing, 2" x 2 3/4", 50/Bx, 3M3562
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Highly conformable dressing is easy to apply, conforms to body contours, and flexes with movement or swellingDressing is porous and breathable for increased patient comfort, better exchange of moisture vapor and oxygen, and reduced risk of skin macerationUnique non-adherent pad promotes normal wound...
15. Tegaderm Transparent Dressing, 6 x 8 Inch, 10 Count
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Pack of 10 dressingsThin, clear sterile dressing that keeps out water, dirt and germsDimensions of 6 inches x 8 inchesSterile film dressing with excellent oxygen and moisture permeabilityFor use on minor abrasions skin and pressure ulcers donor sites and closed surgical wounds
16. Swanson Niacinamide 250 Milligrams 250 Capsules
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
<p>A versatile form of vitamin B-3</p><p>Supports carbohydrate metabolism to provide the body with energy</p><p>Supports joint health</p>Per GMP guidelines set forth by the FDA, most products are formulated for 24 months from the date of manufacture. Liquids and probiotics are formulated for 12 mont...
17. NOW Supplements, Natural Beta Carotene 25,000 IU, Essential Nutrition, 180 Softgels
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
ESSENTIAL NUTRITION: Beta-carotene is an essential nutrient found predominantly in algal species and in yellow, orange, and dark green vegetables. Take 1 softgel daily with a meal.ANTIOXIDANT PROTECTION OF VITAMIN A*: It is fat soluble and may serve as either an antioxidant or be converted to retin...
18. Jason Roll-On Deodorant Purifying Tea Tree Oil, 3 Fluid Ounce
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Soothing Clinically tested all day odor protectionFree Of Paraben, Mineral Oil. Aluminum Chlorohydrate.Animal By-Products or Animal Testing.
I'm with you on the bandaid adhesive allergy. And yes I can use tegaderm I've actually been using it on the same two areas 24x7 for over a month now after HS surgery on my groin and thigh. It is very expensinve, however I found that you can save a lot of money buy purchasing it in 100 packs from Amazon.com. It's normally about $1 US per sheet at the store in a box of 10 but on that link it's almost 1/4th the price! I actually got Amazon Prime just for this 3 years ago after my first HS surgery and it's paid for itself. They sell larger sized sheets but you can just use multiple ones of these instead and it's more cost effective. Hope this helps you and anyone else save some money!
[Edit] I just wanted to say to anyone else I really love tegaderm this stuff is awesome it's a little tricky to use at first (kind of like how saran wrap is tricky, but not that bad) but it's definitely some awesome stuff and a lifesaver to people like me and IdahoLynxx. I really wish I could tell the world about this stuff. If I put a bandaid or tape on sensitive area of skin I will get a poison ivy like rash and have had the skin rip off when taking off the bandaid but not with tegaderm.
Like others have said, it varies so much. I really feel for you, it sounds like you are having a particularly tough go of it. Nightshades do indeed bring me trouble, personally. Also, I haven't found supplements to be of any consequence. I am a dairy-free vegetarian myself. I shower once a day and I only ever use Hibiscrub on my body. I believe that this product helps my skin. I cannot recommend Sudocrem enough, both for soothing existing wounds and healing quieter/inactive wounds. I only trust Jason Deodorant. I find it soothing and effective. I wouldn't make a homemade deodorant, but that's down to my own ignorance on the topic. Jason works for me. You can find the products on Amazon but they are reasonably popular - if not available on Amazon you should be able to find other vendors on other websites.
Hibiscrub: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hibiscrub-Health-Care-500-ml/dp/B001AV4C20
Sudocrem: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sudocrem-Antiseptic-Healing-Cream-Eczema/dp/B012CDLHR2
Jason Deodorant: https://www.amazon.com/Jason-Roll-Deodorant-Purifying-Fluid/dp/B00014EGEG?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_10
Sudocrem: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sudocrem-Antiseptic-Healing-Cream-Eczema/dp/B012CDLHR2
(I know I've included Sudocrem twice, but it really has made my life easier and if I can share it with anyone I would love to. Also sidenote, I also use it as a face cream twice a week when I go to bed. I use white pillow cases because it is a thick cream. It's my skins best friend)
Good luck OP.
hi there, please read!! there is hope:)!!
i had hidradenitis suppurativa from the age of 11 until i was 26 years old on my bikini line and butt. It was painful, embarrassing and really affected my confidence. At 26 I finally went to see a dermatologist in Manhattan who gave me two options. the first option was to go in antibiotics for two months or go a natural route and take a combination of two supplements for 6 months twice a day. I chose to try the supplements and it fucking worked!!!! I am 28 now and RARELY get a flare up, and if i do its tiny and goes away quickly.
Here is what to take and how often:
two times day daily (in the morning and in the evening before bed) take 500 mg of Niacinamide and 25,000 IU of vitamin A (beta-carotene).
Here links to the supplements (make sure buy a quality brand) :
https://www.amazon.com/Swanson-Niacinamide-250-Milligramhttps://www.amazon.com/NOW-Natural-Beta-Carotene-Softgels/dp/B00024D862/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=beta+carotene+25000+iu+softgels&amp;qid=1563233280&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=25000+iu+&amp;sr=8-3s-Capsules/dp/B00068SIY6/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=niacinamide+swanson&amp;qid=1563233215&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=niacinamide+swan&amp;sr=8-3
Other notes from my dermatologist:
Although u may think working out can make flare ups worse because of sweat, sweating is very important to help detox the skin!!! Just make sure to shower shortly.
Use a body wash with tea tree oil.
Stay away from inflammatory foods, especially dairy and processed oils.
Drink LOTS of water.
I hope this helps someone. It really worked for me and i am so
relieved.
I started a modified Paleo diet a year ago and I've seen a dramatic improvement. I'd say 95% improvement. There are days and weeks where I forget I even have HS. The diet change is difficult--I would get depressed at the thought of food--but I adapted to it after 6 months.
Castaway Kitchen (Cristina Curp) and Curious Coconut (Amanda Torres) have very good AIP/Paleo recipes. They both have HS and have put it into remission using diet.I've tried their recipes and they taste very good. I've made the chicken more times that I can count.
https://thecastawaykitchen.com/2018/01/crispy-ginger-lime-baked-wings-whole30-keto-aip/
https://thecuriouscoconut.com/blog/paleo-plantain-flour-pancakes
Also, this is a great book - Mickey Trescott's Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0578135213/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
I use the winter squash soup recipe quite often.
Cristina Curp's book 'Made Whole' is excellent.
https://www.amazon.com/Made-Whole-Anti-lnflammatory-Keto-Paleo-Recipes/dp/1628602945
This is sort of expensive but I eat tons of it. It might be all in my head but I seem to absorb better the nutrients when I eat gummy vitamins. I've actually had some success with the flare-ups going down.
Since I'm a compulsive overeater I have to be careful cuz sometimes I can really go to town on these.
Vitafusion Turmeric Curcumin Gummy Supplement, 60 ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C97ZCD1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vTIYDbXPBRJNC
Hey guys this is the one I use it has no adhesive but an absorbent patch in the middle and I tie the gauze around the abscess. It’s super great and doesn’t bother the area. No tape is needed which is good since the glue from the tape can cause rashes and irritation. Hope this helps !
link
Medipore + pad.... they also make plain medipore tape, the stuff is awesome!
https://www.amazon.com/3M-Medipore-Adhesive-Dressing-3M3571/dp/B000BF1EYA?th=1&amp;psc=1
Then it must be a different trigger, here is a book that I highly recommend: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Plague-Overcoming-Hidradenitis-Suppurativa/dp/1939563011/ref=nodl_ I’m currently reading it right now.
I bought this
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004YJ0TUY/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1527537630&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=non+stick+pads+with+adhesive&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=51zhNx7i3PL&amp;ref=plSrch
I am using these, sometimes I add tape.
Stainless Steel Lancet
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002U1PVDS/?th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Hibiclens-Antimicrobial-Antiseptic-Cleanser-Cleansing/dp/B00EV1D79A
this is what I use with a smaller foaming lid bottle. Works wonders.
ucg is just alternative notation for mcg (micrograms)
1000 micrograms = 1 milligram (mg)
I use Solgar selenomethionine 200mcg, I take one every other day. This is what I use.
AmLactin 12% Moisturizing Lotion - 20oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013RIPMO/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_5BNKDbAT59V6F
Are you talking about hydrocolloid bandages? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BRGUNV2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2OahDbZ10M85J
Tegaderm bandages work wonders for me. You can put additional absorbent dressings under if needed.
Tegaderm Transparent Dressing, 6 x 8 Inch, 10 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009Q01AO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8m7IxbG3D0K7F
One of the frustrating things about HS for me is that it seems related to other issues in my body. I see a dermatologist for HS but if it’s caused by hormones then my dermatologist is only a temporary solution. Finding the solution to hormone imbalance is something you probably will have to do separately.
Being overweight messes with your hormones. Losing weight messes with your hormones because estrogen is stored in fat, so when you lose fat the estrogen has to be processed. Once you are at a healthy weight and stop losing fat your hormones will settle. They may be balanced or not. You won’t know until you get there.
I recommend reading Taking Charge of your Fertility. It’s about female reproductive systems and the involved hormones. Many women use it to get pregnant but it’s also great for learning and understanding what hormones do to your body. Once you understand that you’ll know if your hormones are doing what they are supposed to do. If they are not you should bring it up with a gynecologist and push for a referral to an endocrinologist.
Birth control to treat irregular periods is a temporary solution. You are not fixing the problem you are putting a band aid on it.
It is unhealthy to go too long without a period. The uterine lining is meant to be shed. When that does not happen the cells that sit there too long may reproduce and cause cancer. Birth control forces a period. You can also get a prescription to force a period that is not birth control. My doctor told me 3 months was the longest I should go without forcing a period if it’s not happening naturally.
Right now weight loss seems to be reducing your HS symptoms. Losing weight might put you into remission. This could be your long term solution. If I were you I would continue that path. BC might help or it might make it worse. You don’t want to be on it anyway.
i got mine in china town in Philly. here is an amazon link. it's sold as a spice for like 5 bucks.
never tried it on the groin, but i imagine it would still work, as it's the same kind of sore or lesion or whatever you wanna call it. my groin usually doesn't flare up as bad as my pits, so i never tried it. hope it helps.