Hidradenitis suppurativagroin flare-ups can be one of the more painful aspects of the condition.
The chronic skin disease causesbumps that can break openand release fluids, along with causing some serious discomfort.
That said, hidradenitis suppurativa groin flares come with particular challenges due to the sensitive area of the lesions.
There are several ways to manage hidradenitis suppurativa groin pain.
For example, walking, wearing underwear, and even sleeping can feel unbearable when you have throbbing pain.
Hopefully, their strategies can help you find relief.
Some people with hidradenitis suppurativa notice that certain events trigger flare-ups.
Although individual triggers vary, some common ones includestress, heat, and sweat.
She mentioned the correlation to her dermatologist, who explained that smoking may trigger hidradenitis suppurativa.
Now, Aliyah tells SELF, I dont smoke at all anymore.
Some people say that eating certain foods makes their hidradenitis suppurativa symptoms worse.
I almost exclusively get flares in my groin, and its always so much worse after dairy.
2. take a stab at wear clothing that doesnt aggravate your flares.
I find that underwear material is very important.
She also wears cottonleggingsinstead of denim because they are stretchier and more comfortable.
Avoid shaving when you have lesions.
Shaving your skinduring a hidradenitis suppurativagroin flare1will only make your lesions worse, according to theMayo Clinic.
Aliyah noticed that shaving, in general, triggered her hidradenitis suppurativa groin outbreaksso she stopped doing it.
I used to get really bad flares about two days after shaving.
Now I let my pubic hair grow freely!
Laser hair removal has made such a massive difference.
Laser hair removal is usually recommended for people with mild cases of hidradenitis suppurativa.
People with dark skin have a higher risk of skin damage from laser hair removal.
Try taking a warm bath to relieve pain.
Warm watercan help reduce swelling and ease your pain during a flare, according to theMayo Clinic.
Megan says her lesions heal more quickly when she takes a hot bath.
Sleep with a pillow between your legs to reduce friction.
I sleep with a pillow between my legs.
(Tom follows this tip as well.)
Keep in mind that your treatment options may change over time based on new research and newly available therapies.
double-check you have ongoing conversations with your doctor about which treatment options may be best for you.
