Learning More About Skin Conditions: Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa is an autoimmune that attacks the sweat glands, most commonly in the armpits, groin and anal area, causing painful inflammation, lesions and sores that can be as small as a pea or as large as a baseball. Symptoms may include large blackheads and red, tender bumps that drain break open and drain puss-like fluid. Many patients mistake the early symptoms as simple acne or are too embarrassed to approach their doctor about their symptoms, especially when personal areas are involved which can cause serious complications such as infections, cellulitis (a bacterial infection deep within the skin) and difficulty moving because of the pain.
Symptoms:
Abscesses in buttocks
Abscesses near hair follicles and sweat glands
Chronic puss-draining abscesses that do not heal
Frequent cellulitis or bacterial infections near hair follicles and sweat glands
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