Hidradenitis Suppurativa Skin Disorders Conditions and Diseases

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Skin Disorders Conditions and Diseases

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (also known as Apocrinitis, Apocrine Acne, Verneuil's disease, Velpeau's disease, Fox-den disease, Pyodermia sinifica fistulans and Acne inversa) is an uncommon skin disorder characterized by the eruption of painful lesions under the arms, in the groin area, and in other locations where the apocrine sweat glands are located. The term "hidradenitis" means inflammation of the sweat glands and the lesions form as a result of the sweat glands being blocked. The cause of Hidradenitis Suppurativa is unknown and it is frequently misdiagnosed as other similar skin conditions such as Pagets or Behcet's disease. It is incurable and chronic and treatment consists mainly of quickening the healing of the lesions and/or lessening the severity of an outbreak.

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- Large message board for sufferers of this disease.
- Message board for sufferers of this disease.
- Find a comprehensive listing of links relating to all aspects of HS.
- A nonprofit public charity dedicated to finding a solution to this disease. Features disease information and resources. Also includes an archive of the former hideintl.org site.
- Support for people with Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Australia and New Zealand.
- Includes basic bactereological facts, self help hints, and articles from the UK press.
- UK-based member of HIDE International. Includes FAQs, care and treatment details, information about UK disability benefits and help options, and message board.
- An illustrated personal view of living with HS - with sarcastic pain control. Contains adult warning on front page.
- Offers a Dynamic Hidradenitis Suppurativa image collection.
- Collection of articles and information about the research into this disease.
- Research report for the healing of hidradenitis suppurativa. Offers program for the healing of HS through lifestyle changes.
- Features 2002 rally information and photos, story of fellow sufferer Tammy Ferris, articles, and related links.
- Details about the group and its purpose which is to spread the word and offer support through activism.
- Features research, resources, links, photos, and David's personal story.
- A discussion for the lifestyle changes and book; A Naturally Slim Reflection which deals with the healing of Hidradenitis Suppurativa with natural and holistic methods.

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