Hidradenitis suppurativa

Physical occlusion is thought to play a role in worsening of the disease. Thus, loose-fitting clothing and cool environments are desirable.

Counsel smoking cessation and weight loss.[36]Alikhan A, Sayed C, Alavi A, et al. North American clinical management guidelines for hidradenitis suppurativa: A publication from the United States and Canadian Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundations: Part I: Diagnosis, evaluation, and the use of complementary and procedural management. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019 Jul;81(1):76-90. https://www.doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2019.02.067 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30872156?tool=bestpractice.com Weight loss is important to reduce the amount of redundant skin at intertriginous areas. Smoking cessation may help reduce disease activity.

Patients should be given the details of patient support groups at diagnosis including  Hope for HS Opens in new window.