For the HS Community

Track. Manage.
Thrive with HS.

"You are stronger than you know, braver than you think, and more loved than you can imagine."

A comprehensive journal, planner, and soon — a mobile app — designed to empower everyone living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa to take back control of their health journey.

My HS Journal Planner - Women's Edition
My HS Journal Planner - Men's Edition
✦ Now Available on Amazon
Pain TrackerFood DiaryBody MappingDoctor PrepMedication LogWater IntakeStress LevelSleep HoursAppointmentsMedical HistoryDaily PlannerActivity Tracker Pain TrackerFood DiaryBody MappingDoctor PrepMedication LogWater IntakeStress LevelSleep HoursAppointmentsMedical HistoryDaily PlannerActivity Tracker
Renay Banks - Author
Renay Banks
Author · HS Advocate
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This book is dedicated to my daughter. She is a HS survivor. As a child, I suffered with Hidradenitis Suppurativa and went into remission after her birth. Unfortunately, I passed HS on to her. She has continued to show strength, resilience, and unwavering courage in spite of HS.

The process of navigating HS has been a journey that continues on a day-to-day basis. My hope is that this journal will serve as a guiding light for others navigating similar paths — and help the process be a little easier for you.

Note from the Author

Managing HS

Managing HS demands dedication — and staying organized makes all the difference. The My HS Journal & Planner was created from lived experience, for everyone navigating this chronic condition with strength and purpose.



2
Books published on Amazon
10+
Tracking sections per journal
Ages 10 & Up
HS can appear in childhood — so the app and journal are designed for the whole family
What is HS?

You are not alone in this journey

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition causing painful nodules, abscesses, and scarring — most often in skin-fold areas. It affects millions worldwide, yet remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed.


Having the right tools to track symptoms, prepare for appointments, and understand your body can change everything about how you manage this condition day to day.

1 in 100
People affected by HS globally
7+ yrs
Average time to receive a correct diagnosis
Age 10+
HS can begin as early as puberty
More common in women than men
What's Inside

Everything you need, all in one place

The planner is completely undated — start anytime, pause anytime. It fits your life, not the other way around.

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Pain Level Tracker

Record daily HS pain on a 1–10 scale. Spot patterns, identify triggers, and walk into every doctor visit with real data in hand.

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Food Diary

Log every meal — breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks. Uncover the links between your diet and flare-ups over time.

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Doctor & Appointment Tools

Organize providers, medications, treatment plans, and appointment calendars. Never walk into a visit unprepared again.

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Full Body Notes & Mapping

Document changes across all affected body areas. Track water intake, stress, sleep, activity, and weather — your full health picture.

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Daily Planner

Goals, food, water, stress, blood sugar, blood pressure & more

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Body Map

Full-body illustration tracking flare locations over time

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Medical Contacts

Name, contact, address, specialties & notes for all providers

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Appointments

Monthly calendar pages for all upcoming doctor visits

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Medication Log

Date, dosage, cost & effectiveness — every treatment tracked

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Medical History

Primary doctor, allergies, insurance, ER visits & surgeries

By Renay Banks

Available now on Amazon

Two editions — one for women, one for men — because HS affects everyone and everyone deserves a planner built for them. Same powerful tools, tailored anatomy imagery.

Women's Edition Women's Edition Cover
Light Cover · Women's

My HS Journal & Planner

The original edition with feminine anatomy imagery. A comprehensive, undated companion for women navigating every aspect of life with Hidradenitis Suppurativa — from flare tracking to doctor visits.

Amazon ASIN: B0CR9L598C View on Amazon →
Men's Edition Men's Edition Cover
Dark Cover · Men's

My HS Journal & Planner

The men's edition with male anatomy imagery. The same powerful tracking tools — designed with men in mind because HS doesn't discriminate, and neither does this journal.

Amazon ASIN: B0CSX8G52L View on Amazon →
Coming Soon to Google Play

My HS Journal App

Everything you love about the journal — now in your pocket. Built for HS patients ages 10 and up, with a clean dashboard, interactive body mapping, medical management, and downloadable reports for your doctor.

Coming to Google Play
My HS Journal
Health & Wellness Tracker
Welcome back! 👋
Here's your health summary for today
Pain Level
6/10
↑ 15%
Water Intake
6 cups
↓ 10%
Sleep Hours
7.5h
↑ 5%
Stress Level
4/10
↑ 20%
Dashboard
🗺️ Body Mapping
Interactive Body Map
Click regions to mark boil locations
Head
L Arm
Chest
R Arm
L Groin
Abdomen
R Groin
Selected: 2 regions · Total lesions: 3
Severity Legend
🟡 Mild🟠 Mod🔴 Severe
Body Map
🩺 Medical Management
Medications
Doctors
Appts
Humira 40mgBiweekly · $450/mo
Clindamycin TopicalDaily · $28/mo
Zinc SupplementDaily · $15/mo
+ Add Medication
Medical
📄 Medical Reports
Key Metrics Summary
Avg Pain Level
6.2/10
Avg Stress Level
4.1/10
Active Lesion Sites
3
For Your Doctor Visit
· Symptom tracking · Medication efficacy · Trigger identification · Lesion progression
↓ Download PDF
Reports
⚙️ Settings
Profile
Full Name
Date of Birth
Gender
Notifications
Daily Entry Reminder
Medication Reminders
Appointment Alerts
Settings
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Daily Symptom Tracking
Pain, stress, sleep, water & more — all in one daily log
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Interactive Body Map
Tap regions to mark boil locations and track lesion progression
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Medical Management
Medications, doctors, and appointments all organized
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Doctor-Ready Reports
Download a PDF summary to share with your healthcare team
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Smart Reminders
Daily entry, medication, and appointment notifications
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Customizable Themes
Personalize your experience with color themes you love