Many people live for years with hidradenitis suppurativa before getting an accurate diagnosis, sometimes believing that they have acne (pimples). But HS is not acne, and it can get worse without ...
Mild hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can resemble acne, but doctors characterize this inflammatory skin condition by painful skin nodules, sores, and abscesses. HS may first present as pimple-like lumps ...
Hidradenitis suppurativa lesions and abscesses may release pus or an odorous discharge. A warm compress can help people to drain painful lesions at home, but surgical drainage may be necessary in ...