Podcast guest Angel, who discusses hidradenitis suppurativa and thyroid cancer on this episode of Major Pain.

Angel on Battling Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Thyroid Cancer

In this episode of Major Pain, we continue our talks with people dealing with hidradenitis suppurativa.  Today we talk to Angel, a mother of five who has had multiple health challenges.  A self described “homestead mom”, Angel loves to grow vegetables in the garden and make her own food like Read more

Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Parish’s Path to Acceptance

Parish Armstead was only 7 years old when the first signs of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) appeared. This is a painful inflammatory skin condition that causes boil-like abscesses and scarring, which can occur anywhere that hair follicles grow. These abscesses are known to reform in the same spot even when surgically Read more

Cover photo for the video version of the Major Pain season 5 premiere, featuring snapshots from the video conversations. From left to right: Joey, Colby, Jesse and Angela

Season 5 Premiere! Catching Up With Previous Guests Joey, Colby and Angela

Today we are kicking off the fifth season of Major Pain! Jesse reflects on the past year before we jump into three interviews with previous guests, updating us on their health journeys. Joey tells us about a surgery to manage his hidradenitis suppurativa, plus updates on his amazing advocacy work. Read more

Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Joey Torre lives with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a painful, chronic skin condition that affects up to 2% of the population. The disease causes the formation of bumps, lesions, or boils in sweat gland areas, such as the armpits and groin. Joey also experiences extreme fatigue, which can sometimes accompany HS, Read more