Erythema is the earliest sign of hidradenitis suppurativa. In most cases, affected individuals are healthy prior to the onset of disease. Painful lesions subsequently develop, which may be suppurative.
Other signs of hidradenitis suppurativa include:
Involvement of the axilla, genitofemoral area, perineum, gluteal area, and the inframammary area of women
Presence of nodules (inflamed or noninflamed)
Sinus tracts (inflamed or noninflamed)
Abscesses
Scarring (atrophic, mesh-like, red, hypertrophic, or linear)
Learn more about the presentation of hidradenitis suppurativa.
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Cite this: William D. James. Fast Five Quiz: Hidradenitis Suppurativa - Medscape - Nov 05, 2019.
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