I'm sorry you are dealing with this condition. Hidradenitis Suppurativa is often a chronic condition that will come and go for years. You really should make your doctor aware of all the boils you have, because they can become infected if they aren't dealt with and can go from something small to something bigger.
This condition is getting more attention the last few years and is more common than was previously thought, but as of this time there is not really a cure. Ideally, you should find a physician who treats many of these cases, because not all docs are very familiar with it.
Here is a link to a good basic article on HS: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1073117-overview
I hope this helps a bit. I would definitely find a specialist to help you deal with this condition.
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Hi Anonymous-
I'm sorry you are dealing with this condition. Hidradenitis Suppurativa is often a chronic condition that will come and go for years. You really should make your doctor aware of all the boils you have, because they can become infected if they aren't dealt with and can go from something small to something bigger.
This condition is getting more attention the last few years and is more common than was previously thought, but as of this time there is not really a cure. Ideally, you should find a physician who treats many of these cases, because not all docs are very familiar with it.
Here is a link to a good basic article on HS: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1073117-overview
I hope this helps a bit. I would definitely find a specialist to help you deal with this condition.
March 22, 2010 - 7:12amThis Comment
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