Inflammatory Skin disorders
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Chronic inflammation of hair follicles and sweat glands in intertriginous areas.
Symptoms
- Painful nodules and abscesses
- Fistulas and scarring
- Preferred location axillary, inguinal
- Chronic, relapsing course
- Significant impairment of quality of life
Treatment Options
- Anti-inflammatory systemic therapy
- Biologic therapies (TNF-α inhibitors)
- Surgical debridement
- Lifestyle modification
- Multidisciplinary care
Prognosis
Early therapy essential, modern biologics very effective