Posted here for traffic. Apologies if the description is a bit graphic.
I have a skin condition called hidradenitis suppurativa. It basically causes horrible boil-like lumps in my groin and inner thighs. I had several flare up the other day, and although they were initially very red, sore and inflamed they burst quickly. I’ve kept the area clean and covered with a dressing but it’s still very painful and feels like there is still some crap under the skin. To add some context, I also have some mild health anxiety and tend to panic unnecessarily (not about the HS, just generally).
Tonight I feel absolutely rotten. Stomach pains, headache, I feel cold and shivery despite the house being warm. I don’t want to eat, just want to sleep. I don’t have a temperature. I’m panicking about sepsis even though I know it’s likely not related to the lumps, especially since most of them have drained. I’m a single mum and home alone with my baby in bed at the moment.
Can someone please tell me I likely feel crap because I’ve been up since 4.30am, my baby has cried most of the day, I’ve been for a 5 mile walk, and don’t think I’ve had a chance to even drink any water today, rather than it being sepsis?