Hidradenitis Suppurativa + Waxing?

I do shave down "down there" and under my arms because I'm not a big fan of hair, although it's terrible for the hidradenitis.
I find it a lot easier to apply ClindaTech and it isn't such a bother when there's no hair in the way, so it's better in the long run.
Although, I'm getting sick of shaving every day!
The hair grows back quickly and I think I'm going to have to start waxing.

I could never go get it done professionally because I'm highly embarrassed about my scars, but I was wondering if anyone knows if having scars like that would cause the skin to be more sensetive/easier to rip and if so, how to prevent that?

I don't want to put myself in danger, let alone end up with MORE scars.
I have very fair skin, so having huge red and purple scars really don't blend very well.

Also, does anyone know how to get rid of scars without having surgery?

How do people react to your scars? (Hopefully I'm not the only one here with mass scars from this stupid disease)

Cheers

Hi , I am Angee and I have had HS for 8-9 years.
A. I would NOT suggest waxing. For me ANYTHING that irratates those areas... results in a MONSTER!
B. Yes , I believe that our skin is WAY more prone to bacteria then normal people.
C. Not to my knowledge , is there a way to prevent scars, or this , from happeneing.
D. DO NOT EVER USE A DISPOSABLE on your Nither region!!!!!!! EVER EVER>>> Every single time I attempted , somehow I got a NASTY one. I Swear by a Womans Hand held electric razor. ( I got mines at Target for 19.99) Have had it for 2 years... I have NOT broken out due to shaving in my bikni area with this.. I do use a disposable for legs and underarms.. though I suggest if your armpits are severly infected , I would advise against shaving where there are lesions with the plastic razor.
E. Most of my scars aren't visible, aka in my groin.. but I am very open with friends and family about my condiditon. I was ashamed for a very long time , but you have to get over that if u want to maintain SANE!!

Here is a common message that I post for people who I think have HS... If you havent joined or need to talk email me.
I believe that you may have a condition called Hidradenitis Supprativa. It is a condition of re-occurring boils/ cysts/abscesses , that are often misdiagnosed as ingrown hairs, herpes, being unclean and folliculitis. This is a newly diagnosed skin condition , but there is a lot of info out there.
Here is a link :
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hidradeniti...
If this sounds like it might be you, READ it, PRINT it out, and TAKE it to your DOC.
Its better to try to start treatment soon, it can spread over the body if left untreated. These boils can become quite large and painful. Sometimes even lasting for weeks or months , do not attempt to POP them they can then tunnel under your skin and spread all over the body. Most common areas are armpits, groin, binkni line, inner legs, and intimate places and basically anywhere that sweats and rub against clothing. Stress is a big inducer.

There is some support groups at MSN

(http://groups.msn.com/HidradenitisSuppor...

and yahoo, and I am open for questions!
I have had this for 8 years, I was misdiagnosed for a LONG time, It was very embarrassing, painful and scary. I am just trying to help out so you don鈥檛 have to wait as long as I did.

I also prefer to use NEXCARE bandages.. there are 2 kinds I like for comfort and stay put reasons..
the first is like a clear bandaid.... soft on the edges with a small area of bandage... helps with those buggers when they are on bikni line.. usually stay for me.. or occasionally on my inner thigh for those I like the foamy sponge like ones that are beige in color.. I think they are some 3M.

Your welcome, I am always open for questions, ideas to help aleviate pain or the boils, or access to several online groups and forums to talk to and read up with others on posts and such..;) Report It