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GlossaryHidradenitis Suppurativa

chronic skin condition causing painful, inflamed nodules and abscesses

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin condition characterized by painful, inflamed nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts, typically occurring in areas where skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, and under the breasts. It is thought to result from inflammation and blockage of hair follicles and sweat glands, leading to recurrent infections and scarring.

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research Activated Wound Phenotype and Microbial Dysbiosis Driven by AhR Suppression in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Tunnels

July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Reduced AhR signaling in HS tunnels leads to persistent inflammation and microbial imbalance.

research Lymph Node Involvement In Axillary Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Clinical, Ultrasonographic And Bacteriological Study Conducted During Radical Surgery

3 citations , April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”

Further research is needed to understand lymph node involvement in axillary hidradenitis suppurativa.

research Understanding Type 3 Innate Lymphoid Cells and Crosstalk with the Microbiota: A Skin Connection

February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences”

Type 3 Innate Lymphoid Cells help maintain skin health and balance, and are involved in skin diseases and healing.

research Endocrinologic Aspects of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

45 citations , November 2015 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

Hormones might affect the skin condition hidradenitis suppurativa, but their exact role is unclear.

research Metformin: A Potential Treatment for Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Rosacea

December 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

Metformin might help treat certain skin conditions, but more research is needed.

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