Hidradenitis suppurativa HS , also known as acne inversa AI , is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that affects the hair follicles and may be associated with severe physical and psychological stress for patients. The ICH specialises in the treatment of this serious skin disease. There are very few dermatological conditions that are so stressful for those affected and yet so difficult to treat. With our clinical and scientific work, we aim to provide patients with a holistic and individually customised treatment.
We work to guarantee that you receive optimal treatment and care by offering our experience, expertise, empathy and close collaboration in an interdisciplinary network. Hidradenitis suppurativa HS , also known as acne inversa AI , is a chronic inflammatory disease of the hair roots that tends to particularly affect the following regions: armpits, groin, anal and genital regions, abdominal folds and folds under the female breast.
The two terms above are used interchangeably in German. However, the term hidradenitis suppurativa HS is more widely used internationally. The term HS has been used throughout this article for clarity. The first skin changes often appear after puberty, and the condition is usually extremely painful. In the absence of treatment, HS may lead to severe destruction of the skin, with significant scarring and reduced mobility, which may significantly reduce patient quality of life. In the following article, we would like to provide you with an overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of HS.
First, patients develop palpable lumps and swellings, which are typically very painful. Scarring, suppuration and fistulae are more predominant in the later stages.
These changes extend deep into the surrounding tissue, and the resulting growths may drain spontaneously to release pus, blood or a foul-smelling secretion.
