Question 1

how do i get rid of blackheads between my thighs without flaring up my hydrodenitis?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: They can be mechanically or surgically removed. Typical hidradenitis has double-ended blackheads. Removing them does not flare hidradenitis suppuritiva.

Question 2

what is hydradenitis? ?

Accepted Answer

Infection: usually this refers to infection in your armpit that is very uncomfortable. the theory is there is inflammed and infected hair follicles that recur in this area. frequent antibiotics is common place with my patients with this problem and rarely is surgical excision the answer.

Question 3

what can i do for hydronitis pain ?

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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. Treatments include antibiotics, oral retinoids, non-steroidal anti-inflamatories, oral steroids, but the best treatment is the biologics like Enbrel or humira, or remicade (infliximab).

Question 4

do facials help hydradenitis supparativa?

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No: Hidradenitis affects lymph nodes: usually in the groin or armpits. Facials will have no effect, either positive or negative.

Question 5

can you please define hydrocentitis superativa?

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Do you mean: Hidradenitis suppurativa?  It is a skin condition   that affects the sweat glands.

Question 6

who do you see for hidradenitis?

Accepted Answer

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 7

what are the causes of hidradenitis ?

Accepted Answer

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 8

is hidradenitis passed on to children?

Accepted Answer

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 9

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 10

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.

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