r/hidradenitissupport • u/Calm_Piece6753 • Feb 27 '25

Just joined because I found something that helps

Hi, this one is for the ladies. I never sought any treatment for my HS from a doctor because it is relatively mild (and one dermatologist told me to just lose weight). I just did a search for estrogen and HRT (hormone replacement therapy) in this group, and I didn’t find any results.

I’m posting because I’m 51 and have been taking HRT from an online women’s health company for about 3 months. Today I went to inspect my inner thighs to see if I had any bumps/boils that may get worse, and they were 90% gone! Even the scarring seemed better. I was blown away that I only had three tiny white bumps on one side. And I get the boils that are large marble-sized to where it hurts to walk.

Is anyone else here in their 40’s and older with perimenopause symptoms to boot? I was also having joint pain, night sweats, low libido, etc.

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u/shadysc0rpi0 Mar 01 '25 edited Mar 01 '25

Ok Miss!! I dug a little deeper and posted a study!! It’s a good study! Unfortunately, HRT is not good for men. However, I am so happy HRT works for some women— relief!!!! I’m peri MAN opausal at the moment too!! Only gay men get it. If a straight guy claims it, you have the right to kick them in sack. Men…

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/male-menopause/#:~:text=Hypogonadism%20can%20also%20occasionally%20develop,a%20specialist%20in%20hormone%20problems.

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u/Calm_Piece6753 Mar 01 '25

😂 Awesome thanks!

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u/Pink_PhD Feb 28 '25

I’m perimenopausal and was literally listening to an audiobook about menopause this morning - specifically the chapter on hormone therapy. Had no idea it could potentially help my HS.

Will look it into this ASAP. Thanks for sharing!

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u/Calm_Piece6753 Feb 28 '25

Sure! I’m not positive they’re related, but it’s the only thing that has changed in my life! They prescribed me topical cream with estrogen & progesterone, and I also take DHEA supplements, which is a natural precursor to testosterone.

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u/shadysc0rpi0 Feb 27 '25

Heya!!! Thanks very much for joining. I am going to dive deep into some research. Hopefully I can find a connection or more support to your claim. I am so happy this treatment is working for you! Very happy and grateful for your post. I will get back to asap. Thanks again!!

Jo

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u/Calm_Piece6753 Feb 27 '25

Well thanks! Didn’t mean to give you homework 😆

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u/shadysc0rpi0 Feb 27 '25

No, I love researching. It’s what I do for a living, as well.