WHY I CHOSE MY PLATFORM

I chose Hidradenitis Suppurativa because it is not a common disease and want to bring awareness to other. I was diagnosed with this chronic condition in 2018. Hidradenitis suppurativa, also known as acne inversa or “HS”, is a chronic skin condition involving the inflammation of the apocrine sweat glands, forming pimple-like bumps known as abscesses. These tend to recur in specific regions of the body, can be very painful, and often leave behind deep scar tissue when they heal which can cause insecurity issues. The cause of hidradenitis suppurativa is not known, although there are several factors that are thought to be involved in the pathophysiology of the condition. These include genetics, hormonal imbalances, obesity, smoking and many others. There is no cure for this disease but with this fight I firmly believe one day there will be a cure.