Question 1

who do you see for hidradenitis?

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Hidradenitis: There are various treatment options for hidradenitis suppurativa (hs), a recurrent and suppurative disease, but none is wholly satisfactory or effective. There have been many reports on the efficacy of biologic drugs for the treatment of hs; I have treated hs patients with biologics, Enbrel (etanercept) and Humira with excellent results. See a dermatologist.

Question 2

what are the causes of hidradenitis ?

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Bacteria: Bacteria and friction! most people get it in areas that have a lot of exposure to friction like underarms and in the groin area. The friction from say, a razor, causes tiny tears in the skin allowing bacteria from the skin and possibly the razor to enter. Your body wants to wall off the infection and it mixes with cells that try to kill the bacteria. Leading to pain, swelling, pus and the boil.

Question 3

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 4

how do i cure hidradenitis superativa?

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Hidradenitis: There is no cure for hidradenitis suppurativa. But early treatment can help manage the symptoms and prevent new lesions from developing. Tumor necrosis factor (tnf)-alpha inhibitors. These medications show promise in the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa and are very effective at controlling this disease.  There is enbrel, Humira and remicade (infliximab).

Question 5

why do hidradenitis constantly reoccur?

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Depends: You are predisposed usually due to the way your sweat glands are put together, it often happens in other family members. Sometimes it is due to weight, hygeine, weather, type of occupation, and other factors. You should have general physical to make sure not thyroid, sugar, or other medical condition, consider suppressive antibiotic like Doxycycline if recurs often.

Question 6

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 7

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

Accepted Answer

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 8

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 9

what can i do when hidradenitis has taking over my life?

Accepted Answer

Subspecialist: Hidradenitis suppurative is a curious, immune-mediated disease for which some of the new biotech products have been remarkably successful. See if you can get in a research study.

Question 10

what is hidradenitis suppurativa?

Accepted Answer

Groin and armpits: Hidradenitis suppurativa  is a chronic skin inflammation marked by the presence of blackheads and one or more red, tender bumps (lesions). The lesions often enlarge, break open and drain pus. Scarring may result after several recurrences.
 Considered a severe form of acne , hidradenitis suppurativa occurs deep in the skin around oil gland and hair follicles.

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