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Hidradenitis
A sweat gland disease that is characterized by inflammation of the apocrine sweat glands and causes erythema, edema, papules, plaques, pruritis, and pain.
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Overview
What is hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)? Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin disease. Another name for it is acne inversa. It causes painful, boil-like lumps that form under the skin. It often affects areas where the skin rubs together, such as your armpits and groin. The lumps become inflamed and painful. They often break open, causing abscesses that drain fluid and pus. As the abscesses heal, they can cause scarring of the skin.
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