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Hidradenitis Suppurativa

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What exactly is Hidradenitis Suppurativa ?

Hidradenitis suppurativa (hi-drad-uh-NIE-tis sup-yoo-ruh-TIE-vuh), also known as acne inversa, is a condition that causes small, painful lumps to form under the skin. The lumps usually develop in areas where your skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts.

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The condition usually starts with a single, painful lump under the skin that persists for weeks or months. More bumps may form later, usually in areas where you have more sweat and oil glands or where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts. Leaking bumps or sores.

  • Infection.
  • Scars and skin changes.
  • Restricted movement.
  • Skin cancer.
  • Swelling in the arms, legs, or genitals.
  • Psychological effects and social isolation.
  • Lifelong pain.

The exact cause of hidradenitis suppurativa is unknown, but it occurs near hair follicles where there are sweat glands, usually around the groin, bottom, breasts and armpits. For reasons that are unknown, more women than men have the condition. It's thought to affect about 1 in 100 people.

  • Lose weight or maintain a healthy weight.
  • Don't smoke.
  • Stay out of hot, humid climates.
  • Try to keep a low stress level.
  • Seek counseling if you feel isolated and depressed.
  • Don't wear tight, synthetic clothing.
  • Age. The risk of hidradenitis suppurativa is higher for people in their teens and 20s.
  • Sex. Females are more likely to develop hidradenitis suppurativa than males.
  • Race. Ethnicity or race might affect the risk level.
  • Family history.
  • Certain conditions.
  • Smoking.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Triamcinolone acetonide, or Kenalog-10, injected into the sores might reduce swelling and inflammation. Hormonal therapy. Hormone pills, such as estrogen-containing combined oral contraceptives such as estradiol and estradiol/norgestimate might be effective for people with mild hidradenitis suppurativa

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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

  • Uncovering the tunnels. This procedure involves removing tissue to expose the tunnels under the skin.
  • Punch debridement. This procedure, also called limited unroofing, involves removing a single inflamed bump.
  • Laser therapy.
  • Surgical removal.
  • Incision and drainage.

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