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What are the treatments for hidradenitis ?

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Dr. Pedro Hernandez answered

Specializes in Geriatrics

Abx, drainage,surg.: Antibiotics and drainage of fluid. They have a high tendency towards recurrence. Some drs advocate resection of the axilla sweat glans by surgery. Discuss it with dermatologist.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. answered

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

Answered 10/8/2016

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