These processes resemble those seen in acne vulgaris, which is the medical term for common acne. In fact, one of the ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) or Acne Inversa is severe form of chronic acne of the sweat glands which produce a scent or odor and are located in the armpit, groin or ano-genital area. Although till ...

Learning to manage hidradenitis suppurativa can be an ongoing process. The chronic skin condition causes painful lumps under the skin, especially in the armpits, groin, and under the breasts, ...

Imagine going through life with painful, sometimes smelly, golf ball-sized boils in your armpits or groin. For people with Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), that’s a reality, says Iltefat Hamzavi, M.D., ...

Panelists discuss the challenges of timely diagnosis and comprehensive management of hidradenitis suppurativa, emphasizing the need for early recognition, multidisciplinary care, and empathy-centered ...

Dealing with skin conditions like acne or psoriasis can be hard enough when you know what you’re working with. But some maladies come with the additional challenge of a tricky diagnosis process to ...

If you're experiencing painful bumps or lesions forming under the skin, but it feels or looks different from a typical breakout, it could be a sign of hidradenitis suppurativa. This chronic ...

HS severely impacts QOL, with delayed diagnosis worsening disease severity and outcomes, necessitating early intervention and improved care access. Pain, emotional distress, and socioeconomic ...

—Researchers based at the University of Texas (UT) Southwestern Medical Center explored the possible misdiagnosis of HS flares as infections leading to hospitalization, unnecessary treatment, and a ...

Whether it's cystic acne or psoriasis, managing a skin condition comes with its own set of challenges. One condition in particular that often goes undiagnosed is hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), which ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is classified as a progressive, inflammatory disease that appears to be primarily caused by inflammation of hair follicles and is most often found in areas of friction of ...