Hidradenitis Suppurativa Facts, information and videos

HS Facts 

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), also known as acne inversa, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition characterized by painful bumps or boils, and tunnels under the skin. It's often mistaken for pimples or acne, but is a separate condition caused by an overactive immune response that attacks hair follicles.

Here's a more detailed explanation: 

Key Characteristics of HS: 

• Painful bumps or boils: These can be small or large, and may be filled with pus. 
• Tunnels under the skin (sinus tracts): These can form between lumps, and may leak pus. 
• Scarring: As HS progresses, it can cause scarring, especially in areas where skin rubs together (e.g., armpits, groin, buttocks). 
Inflammation: HS involves inflammation, often causing pain and discomfort. 

Important Points to Remember: 

Not contagious: HS is not a skin infection and cannot be spread from person to person. 
Chronic condition: HS is a long-term condition that may require ongoing treatment. 
Affects specific areas: HS typically affects areas with apocrine sweat glands, like armpits, groin, and buttocks. 
Can impact quality of life: The pain, scarring, and social stigma associated with HS can significantly affect a person's daily life. 

Symptoms and Potential Complications: 

Pain: Lumps and abscesses can be very painful. 
Swelling: Affected areas can swell. 
Pus drainage: Abscesses and sinus tracts can drain pus. 
Social isolation: HS can cause feelings of embarrassment and social isolation. 
Depression: The chronic nature of HS and its potential impact on quality of life can lead to depression. 
Risk of infections: HS lesions can be prone to bacterial infection, which can lead to complications like cellulitis or sepsis. 
Rare cases of squamous cell carcinoma: In rare cases, long-standing abscesses on the buttocks can develop into a type of skin cancer. 

https://www.hs-foundation.org/.      Fundraiser and information 

https://www.healthcentral.com/video/hidradenitis-suppurativa/a-look-beneath-the-skin-with-hs  VIDEO 

https://snapchat.com/t/dL8VbnnY  ( This Woman is telling and sharing her story and testimony with HS)