Where does acne usually occur?

Acne usually occurs on the face, chest, and back.

Where does hidradenitis suppurativa usually occur?

Hidradenitis suppurativa usually occurs in the creases under the arms, in the groin creases, and the backs and under the breast.

What are the treatment options for hidradenitis suppurativa?

Hidradenitis suppurativa can be treated with antibiotics, cortisone shots, and biologics.

HS is a complex inflammatory disorder that involves the hair follicles in certain areas of the body. These areas are primarily the interrogenous areas, such as the underarms, groin area, under the breast, and the buttocks.

Is there a cure for HS?

No, there is no cure for this disease.

What can I use to soothe my skin?

You can use aloe vera ointment. Also use heat to help drain your cysts.

What clothing should I wear?

Dressing in loose fitting clothing can help reduce friction. Choose clothes that don't rub or irritate affected areas.

Anti-inflammatory foods can help, because inflammation fuels hidradenitis suppurativa. Eating foods high in zinc and vitamin C can also help relieve your symptoms.

HS is caused by inflammation of hair follicles. Inflammation alone can cause a hair follicle to become infected, spreading into a boil.

Who is most at risk for developing HS?

Basically everyone is at risk for developing HS, and all patients of different ethnicities and genders can develop HS. However, there is a prevalence for women to have a higher incidence than men, and it is more commonly seen in Black and biracial patients as opposed to Caucasians.

HS is often treated medically, especially early on in the disease, and it is important to see a dermatologist. Usual treatments include topicals in early stages, like topical antimicrobials or topical steroids, and as the disease progresses, antibiotics or immunomodulating medications may be prescribed.

What are the signs of hidradenitis suppurativa?

Deep painful nodes or lesions with scarring, tombstone comadones or tunnels, and lesions presenting in the skin folds of the body are signs of the condition. Lesions reoccurring twice or more times within six months can also be a sign.

How is the severity of hidradenitis suppurativa categorized?

The hurley clinical staging system is used to categorize the severity. Stage one is the presence of one or more of the deep nodules, while stage two is reoccurring nodules with sinus tracts or fibrotic scarring with one or more clusters of lesions on the body. Stage three is like stage two but there are more clusters and they are interconnected with each other.

What are the treatment options for mild cases of hidradenitis suppurativa?

Topical antibiotics like clindamycin, oral painkillers, and warm compresses can be used to reduce discomfort in mild cases. If that doesn't work, try oral antibiotics like tetracyclines and anti-androgen drugs like spironolactone.

What is the estimated prevalence of hidradenitis suppurativa?

Its prevalence is estimated at about anywhere from 1 to 4 percent of the population which is pretty common for diseases of Dermatology.

What is a key driver in the pathophysiology of hidradenitis suppurativa?

A key driver in the pathophysiology of hidradenitis suppurativa is thought to be related to immune dysregulation focusing around the hair follicles.

Where do these cysts and boils commonly appear?

They are most common underneath the armpits, but can also occur under the breast, in the groin, or on the buttock.

What treatments are available?

I recommend living the cleanest, least inflammatory lifestyle possible. When medicines are needed, it's best to seek treatment with a board certified dermatologist to find the protocol that's going to work best for you.

What foods were eliminated in the yeast-free diet?

The diet eliminated foods with yeast, like bread and beer. All twelve patients in the study got better, with immediate stabilization of their clinical symptoms and regression of skin lesions within a year.

Why might a dairy-free diet help hidradenitis suppurativa?

Dairy products contain casein, which elevates IGF-1, as well as whey, lactose, and hormones that drive the process of clogging pores and contributing to the leakage, rupture, and ultimate explosion of sebaceous glands. A dairy-free diet led to improvement in 5 out of 6 patients.

What happened when patients consumed yeast after being on the exclusion diet?

Every single patient showed an immediate recurrence of skin lesions following accidental or voluntary consumption of beer or other foods like bread. The symptoms returned within 24 to 48 hours.

It can form anywhere where skin meets skin and other areas too.

Is HS a rare condition?

People often say that HS is a rare condition but it's not rare, afflicting over 4% of the population and it's three times more common in women than men.

What are some possible causes of HS?

Some of the possible causes include heredity, genetics, hormones, environmental toxins, imbalances in the microbiome, and intestinal permeability or a leaky gut.

What does the HS multi-disciplinary team do?

The team takes care of our patients' needs by not just providing the right diagnosis and the right treatment, but holistically ensuring that all of the needs of our patients are met.

How do they treat patients?

We offer an interdisciplinary care and attack this disease from multiple aspects with multiple modalities, using a combination of surgical and medical therapy, and looking at this disease as a systemic disease.

What happens to the hair follicles with HS?

The hair follicles get blocked or inflamed, gradually expand, fill with fluid and start to drain to the surface.

What areas of the body are most commonly affected by HS?

The most common areas would be under the arms, the fold between the hip and the groin, between the buttocks, and under the breast.

HS is not considered a contagious condition. It's really just our body's inflammatory reaction to the presence of bacteria in our skin, but that's not something you could give to somebody else.

Is there a cure for HS?

There are treatments to relieve symptoms, but there is still no cure.

What is the goal of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week?

The goal is to get funding for research. This is achieved by making people aware of the disease.

What areas of the body are commonly affected by hidradenitis suppurativa?

Areas where skin meets skin are commonly affected. This includes areas such as the armpits, groin, perianal areas, and underneath the breasts.

What are some of the triggers of skin lesions?

Triggers can include menstruation, stress, excessive sweating, and weight gain.

What do the skin lesions look like?

The skin lesions can be nodules, abscesses filled with pus, draining tracts, and scarring.

What are some treatment options?

Treatment options include lifestyle modifications such as weight loss and smoking cessation, topical or systemic antibiotics, and hormone therapy.

What is the purpose of the research study?

The study is looking at a brand new medicine to see how well it works, how safe and effective it is in treating hydradenitis suppurativa.

What is the goal of the trial?

The goal is to find a medicine that decreases the number of painful boils that come up and helps the ones patients have go away more quickly.

Deroofing is a surgical option where the roof of tunnels or pockets is removed. The lining is scraped, and the skin is allowed to heal from the bottom up.

What does more extensive surgery for HS involve?

More extensive surgery involves removing all skin layers. This includes hair follicles and sweat glands.

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Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Starting the Day out Right

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I have hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), and I've learned that consistent exercise helps manage it. Working out regularly makes my HS less severe over time, though it can be tough to push through flare-ups. Now, even if I have a flare-up, I don't let it stop me from doing the things I enjoy, like going to the gym.

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1-How does exercise affect HS?

Working out consistently over time makes my HS less severe. However, not working out can make it brutal.

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Even if I have a flare-up that is bothering me, I’m not going to let it stop my life or stop me from doing the things that I enjoy.

FAQ

It is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by painful nodules, abscesses, and scarring.

Primarily in areas where skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, and buttocks.

Symptoms include painful nodules, abscesses, and scarring. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for specifics.

Treatment options vary and should be determined by a specialist. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for specifics.

Treatment Details

Definition

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory skin condition featuring recurrent painful nodules, abscesses, and draining sinus tracts, typically in intertriginous areas.

Symptoms

Painful lumps

Blackheads

Boils

Scarring

Tunnels under the skin

Treatments

Topical antibiotics

Oral antibiotics

Corticosteroids

TNF-alpha inhibitors

IL-17 inhibitors

Surgical excision

Laser therapy

Diagnosis

Clinical examination

Medical history review

Causes

Genetic factors

Immune system dysfunction

Hormonal factors

Obesity

Smoking

Mechanical stress of skin

Abnormal skin microbiome

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