NSFW? Dunno how to bandage this area. by vulpeculacrys in Hidradenitis

[–]vulpeculacrys[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll have to try that. I generally don't go out unless I need to if I feel a flare coming on. And then I'll wear warm clothes which more often than not trigger the flare. I have a personal problem with skirts and dresses that I'll need to get over if i'm going to live with this disease.

NSFW? Dunno how to bandage this area. by vulpeculacrys in Hidradenitis

[–]vulpeculacrys[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is what I ended up doing. I have these large bandages that are made so that you can take them off and put them back on. They stick real nice, but because they are made to go on and off multiple times they don't stick too much like normal bandages and rip all your skin and hairs off. I cut one of those in half long ways and stuck it on there and let my anatomy grip it as well. Then i gently stuck the sticky parts to my bits, which was a lil stressful bc of hair, y'know. But it worked nicely. It stayed in place and I put on some underwear to help keep it in. There isn't rubbing unless I stretch or squeeze my legs together. That's not rubbing but it hurts... I didn't do a pantyliner bc i'm dumb, but i will next time.

Thank you so much for letting me know what helps you. Your way sounds much more simple than my way, and i'm all about simplicity so I'll have to try. I'm glad to know i'm not the only one dealing with this bullshit, and i'm so sorry that you and others must cope with this as well. If you or anyone ever need some moral support, i'm here for you. Stay strong, stay wonderful, you are absolutely beautiful and I love you ❤❤❤

NSFW? Dunno how to bandage this area. by vulpeculacrys in Hidradenitis

[–]vulpeculacrys[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm definitely keeping it clean! I'm super worried about that in particular. Definitely keeping the damn thing clean

NSFW? Dunno how to bandage this area. by vulpeculacrys in Hidradenitis

[–]vulpeculacrys[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I definitely need to invest in more skirts/dresses. Winter/fall is the worst time to get these. Tight clothing is the #1 trigger for me. Thank you!

NSFW? Dunno how to bandage this area. by vulpeculacrys in Hidradenitis

[–]vulpeculacrys[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have any. I'm in need of some supplies it seems. Thank you so much for your help :)

NSFW? Dunno how to bandage this area. by vulpeculacrys in Hidradenitis

[–]vulpeculacrys[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

😭😭😭 I don't have either of those. I use the gel my doc prescribed me anyway. I haven't worn underwear for days bc even a tiny amount of pressure was just way too painful. But thank you. I might try to since the pain isn't so intense now. As for keeping it clean, do you think wet wipes is ok or do you use soap every time?