Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatment: 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor After a Hidradenitis Suppurativa Diagnosis
(HS) can be overwhelming, especially if you’ve never heard of the condition before—and so many people have not, even though (it affects 1 to 2 percent of people in the U.S.).
Many people visit a dermatologist thinking they’re dealing with ingrown hairs or acne, only to find out they actually have HS, a chronic, inflammatory skin disease.
Also known as acne inversa, HS is different from acne in several ways. Its painful, red, often itchy lumps and lesions arise from clogged hair follicles and sweat glands, and HS tends to flare up in specific areas like the armpits, genitals, and buttocks.
It can involve a combination of blackheads, abscesses, and sinus tracts (tunnel-like connections under the skin). When HS lesions break open, they release liquid that has a distinct, foul smell, often causing spots on sheets or clothes.
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Cases: 46 252 513
Deaths: 750 423
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India
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Cases: 34 321 025
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