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Treatment Options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)

July 30, 2026

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Managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS): Effective Treatments and Flare-Up Management

hidradenitis suppurativa (HS

Examples of Hidradentis-Suppurativa

Topicals and Antibacterial Cleansers

Medications for Hidradenitis Supparativa (HS)

Therapies and Surgery

Lifestyle and Diet

Lifestyle and diet play a significant role in HS outbreaks and flare-ups for many individuals who experience the condition. Stress, exercise, and diet should always remain factors that are important to you when dealing with a chronic skin condition such as HS. Some lifestyle and diet tips to keep in mind include:

Stress Levels: Keep stress levels to a minimum. Meditate and eliminate negative triggers or relationships that may cause you to experience a flare-up.

Exercise: Regular exercise can help maintain a healthy metabolism while properly balancing your body's hormone levels naturally.

Diet: Avoid processed foods, sugar, and excessive carbohydrates. 

Understanding the range of treatment options for hidradenitis suppurativa is crucial if you are currently struggling with a flare-up or have experienced the condition for many years. From over-the-counter antibacterial cleanses to medications, laser therapy, skin treatments, and lifestyle changes, it is possible to minimize outbreaks, pain, and scarring with HS. To learn more about hidradenitis suppurativa and the treatment options that may be right for you, contact Cumberland Skin to schedule your consultation today.

Bailey Chitwood, PA: Skin Health and Your Emotional Well Being