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Comorbidities and Quality of Life in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
1Department of Dermatology, Northwell Health.
Abstract:
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a debilitating, chronic inflammatory disease that results in painful nodules, abscess, and draining tunnels which eventuate in morbid scarring. Patients with HS are at risk for various cutaneous and systemic comorbid diseases including inflammatory bowel disease, cardiovascular, endocrine, and psychiatric conditions. Given its high symptom burden, chronic and progressive course, and association with comorbid conditions, HS has a profound life impact on patients.
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