Question 1

is hidradenitis passed on to children?

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Possible but...: Hidradenitis suppurativa affects african-americans and females more often.  Etiology is poorly understood.  Genetic factors, hormonal influences, obesity, and tight clothing have each been suspected to play a role.

Question 2

hidradenitis suppurative: what disease is this?

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Sweatgland infection: Hidradenitis is smoldering infection of sweat glands of axilla (armpits).  A likely cause is excessive sweating and or abrasion of region; perhaps by wearing equipment with under-the-shoulder bands. In women the problem sometimes accompanies shaving axillary hairs; especially when undertaken with a previously used razor. Bacteria are ever present interlopers; awaiting irritated surfaces to invade.

Question 3

hidradenitis superativa...and its spreading..any help?

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Hidradenitis: Hidradenitis suppurativa (hi-drad-uh-NIE-tis sup-yoo-ruh-TIE-vuh) is rare, long-term skin condition that features small, painful lumps under the skin. They typically develop where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits, the groin, between the buttocks and under the breasts

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hidradenitis-suppurativa/home/ovc-20200012

Question 4

can hidradenitis be completely eradicated? if so, how ?

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In some patients: Combined medical and surgical strategies can eliminate existing lesions and prevent development of new lesions. Therefore, control and even cure of hs is possible. The degree of intervention is determined by disease intensity. Cure is less likely if the disease is extensive. Prolonged remission may be achieved with unroofing or wide surgical excision combined with preventive measures.

Question 5

can you advise for hidradenitis suppurativa?

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See Doctor: See a doctor who normally treats this. The treatment varies from 1.Giving antibiotics  2. Open &amp; drain and give antibiotics and 3. Surgical removal of the entire skin of a particular area for repeated infections.

Question 6

hidradenitis suppurativa are there home remides for this?

Accepted Answer

Local hygiene: Proper hygiene is very important for hidradenitis suppurativa. Simple things that could help are weight loss, antiperspirants, laser hair removal, stop cigarette smoking,

Question 7

my sister has hidradenitis suppurativa. what is that exactly?

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Infection: Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin condition characterized by chronic subcutaneous abscesses, boils, usually of the sweat glands. It is most often seen in the armpits and groin, but can occur elsewhere.

Question 8

please am having hidradenitis suppurativa, help me am in pains, any recommendations?

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Hidradenitis: You need to have it check out.Sometimes it can be treated with antibiotics;sometimes a minor surgical procedure (incision and drainage) is needed to evacuate the pus.

Question 9

what is the treatment for hidradenitis?

Accepted Answer

Surgical: Hidradenitis suppurativa is a disease of the apocrine sweat glands in the underarm and groin areas.  Antibiotics do not have much role.  Surgical resection can help.

Question 10

is hidradenitis suppurativa infectious

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Hidradenitis suppurativa happens only in people that are exposed. It is an infection, but you cannot pass HS on to another person.

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