General Information About Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Disease Details and Frequently Asked Questions
It is the blockage and inflammation of hair follicles located in the folds of the body, creating painful abscesses and cysts under the skin that are connected to each other by tunnels and produce a foul-smelling discharge.
Although the exact cause is unknown, hair follicle blockage is the main factor. Smoking and obesity severely trigger it. Additionally, genetic predisposition and an abnormal inflammatory response of the immune system play a role.
Absolutely not. The disease is not caused by a bacterial infection or poor hygiene. It is entirely related to the person's own skin structure and an autoinflammatory reaction. It is not transmitted from person to person.
Abscesses that start like pimples in the armpits, groin, or between the buttocks, and later grow into red, painful, hazelnut/walnut-sized lumps. When the abscesses burst, foul-smelling pus drains out, leaving hard scars behind.
It is sufficient for diagnosis when a dermatologist listens to the patient's complaints and examines the abscesses, tunnel structures, and scar tissues in typical areas.
Quitting smoking and losing weight are mandatory. In early stages, antibiotics and creams that suppress inflammation are used. In advanced stages, smart drugs (Biological agents) show miraculous effects. In tunneled chronic cases, surgically excising and removing the entire abscessed skin area provides a permanent solution.
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