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Hidradenitis suppurativa - Etiology
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Staphylococcus aureus
Coagulase-negative Staphloccus epi Proteus (in chronic cases) |
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Hidradenitis suppurativa - Pathophysiology
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Suppurative (pus) disorder of the follicles and sweat glands.
Follicles and ducts become blocked, bacteria and pus force into surrounding tissue causing irritation. |
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Hidradenitis suppurativa - Pathophysiology location
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Armpits, groin, around breasts, anal region
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HIdradenitis suppurative - Risk factors
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Genetic predisposition
More common in women, blacks, smokers, and obese patients. Does not occur before puberty. |
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Hidradenitis suppurative - S/Sx
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Firm red nodules
Pustules/abscesses may discharge pus Pain Heat, perspiration and overweight aggravates condition |
