The Flare Report

The final episode of HS Week — the research pipeline, finding your people, and real reasons for hope backed by science and community. Topics Covered The HS research explosion Drugs in the pipeline (IL-17 inhibitors, JAK inhibitors) Finding online and in-person communities Patient advocacy and HS Awareness Week Real stories from the HS community Resources ClinicalTrials.gov r/Hidradenitis myHSteam...

How to find doctors who actually understand HS, build a care team that works for you, and advocate for yourself in a healthcare system that doesn't always make it easy. Topics Covered Why HS requires specialists Red flags and green flags in providers Building your care team The appointment toolkit Insurance navigation and prior authorizations Resources HS Foundation Provider Directory Violytic - D...

The day-to-day reality of life with HS — mental health, relationships, work, and finding ways to thrive despite a chronic condition. Topics Covered The mental health impact Relationships and intimacy Work accommodations and ADA rights Wound care basics Finding supportive communities Crisis Resources 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Resources ADA...

From topical creams to biologics to surgery — Maya and James walk through the full landscape of HS treatments, what to expect, and how to have informed conversations with your doctor. Topics Covered Topical treatments Oral antibiotics Hormonal approaches Biologics deep-dive (Humira) Surgical options Lifestyle factors Resources HS Foundation Treatment Guide Humira Patient Info Clinical Trials Violy...

Maya and James break down what HS actually is — the biology, symptoms, stages, and why it takes so long to get diagnosed. If you're newly diagnosed or suspect you might have HS, start here. Topics Covered What HS is (and isn't) The hair follicle and inflammation connection Hurley staging system Why diagnosis takes 7-10 years Common misdiagnoses Resources HS Foundation AAD - HS Overview Violytic -...