Hidradenitis suppurativa, a review of pathogenesis, associations and management. Part 2

Australas J Dermatol. 2018 Nov;59(4):261-266. doi: 10.1111/ajd.12766. Epub 2018 Jan 23.

Abstract

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic, painful, autoinflammatory condition resulting in nodules, abscesses and sinus tracts. We present an evidence-based review providing new understanding of the pathogenesis of hidradenitis suppurativa and associated comorbidities. By the nature of their speciality, dermatologists are uniquely positioned to investigate and treat patients.

Keywords: autoinflammatory; hidradenitis suppurativa.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa / complications*
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa / psychology
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Metabolic Syndrome / therapy
  • Pain / drug therapy
  • Pain / etiology
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / drug therapy
  • Pruritus / drug therapy
  • Pruritus / etiology