Hidradenitis Suppurativa Archives

Psoriasis

Bullous Pemphigoid, Psoriasis Linked to Increased Risk for Alzheimer Disease

By

Colby Stong

November 18, 2021

The relationships between Alzheimer disease and several different skin disorders is assessed.

Psoriasis

Eczema, Psoriasis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease

November 11, 2021

Atopic eczema, psoriasis, and hidradenitis suppurativa are associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3 to 5.

General Dermatology

Adalimumab as a Presurgery Treatment Course for Hidradenitis Suppurativa

By

Emily Pond

October 4, 2021

The efficacy and safety of adalimumab with wide-excision surgery is assessed.

General Dermatology

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Care Utilization in Adults vs Children

By

Emily Pond

September 9, 2021

The clinical characteristics and healthcare utilization patterns of pediatric vs adult patients with HS were investigated.

HS is divided into 3 stages according to Hurley classifications3: Stage 1: Early formation of single or multiple transient abscesses without development of scarring or sinus tracts Stage 2: Recurrent disease characterized by the formation of multiple inflammatory lesions with some tunnel development and scarring Stage 3: Chronic, active disease in which large areas of skin are infected with abscesses with significant scarring and tunneling between lesions It is important to note that Hurley classifications provide static definitions of HS disease, but do not capture transitional changes as they occur.

General Dermatology

Hepcidin Levels Distinguish Chronic Disease Anemia From Iron Deficiency Anemia in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

By

Emily Pond

July 2, 2021

Elevated hepcidin levels were consistent with anemia of chronic disease and anemia of chronic disease/iron deficiency anemia compared with iron deficiency anemia.

General Dermatology

Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Inflammatory Dermatologic Condition Comorbidities: A Distinct Subgroup of IBD Patients

By

Jessica Nye, PhD

June 9, 2021

Researchers evaluated the prevalence and severity of dermatologic inflammatory conditions in patients with IBD.

General Dermatology

Diagnostic Delays in Children With Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Irreversible Damage

By

Brandon May

May 18, 2021

The demographics, clinical features, treatment, comorbidities, and outcomes in a large cohort of children with HS is described.

AAD 2021

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Associated With Increased Stroke Risk

By

Dermatology Advisor Contributing Writer

April 30, 2021

The association between HS and strokes was assessed via a systematic review and meta-analysis.

No single treatment for HS is effective in eradicating disease or preventing progression, but early recognition and treatment are critical to preventing further progression to severe disease that can have an impact on quality of life.8 Therapeutic goals for stage 1 HS in young patients are to reduce pain and inflammation and prevent scarring and disease progression through multimodal management. Topical disinfectants are generally considered ineffective.4 Topical antibiotics are the therapy of choice for mild-to-moderate disease, with the introduction of oral antibiotics where topical formulations are inadequate.4 Once the disease has progressed, biologic disease modifying antirheumatic therapies, laser therapy, and surgery may have some benefit.8 Evidence supporting the use of intravenous infliximab in Hurley stage 2 and 3 HS has not been adequate enough to recommend it.9 Treatment of HS requires an aggressive multidisciplinary effort that involves antibiotic treatment, multimodal anti-inflammatory therapy and hormonal therapies, dietary and lifestyle modifications, and avoidance of physical trauma to the affected regions, which can lead to rupture of abscesses, along with early surgical unroofing and debridement. Additionally, because of the stigma and psychological distress, counseling for possible depression and to support coping skills is also recommended.3

General Dermatology

Evidence-Based Comorbidity Screening for Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

By

Brandon May

March 31, 2021

To improve long-term outcomes for patients with HS, evidence-based screening recommendations to help clinicians recognize and treat 30 comorbid conditions have been developed.

Psoriasis

Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Psoriasis: Risks for OSA

By

Colby Stong

March 15, 2021

This is the first prospective study to use formal sleep studies to assess the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in hidradenitis suppurativa.