This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Angry-looking bumps and boils on your face may look like HS, but experts say they are likely caused by another skin condition. Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition that can cause ...

However, unlike other common skin sores, hidradenitis suppurativa tends to affect different body regions and cause major scarring. The scars can interfere with movement and a person’s quality of life.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic condition that causes abscesses and nodules on the skin. Although it is more common in areas like the groin or buttocks, it can also occur on the face. With ...

It's important for anyone experiencing out-of-the-ordinary skin symptoms in the sensitive groin area to understand the differences between hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and herpes. Although both ...