How to Treat Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
Medical Treatment:
- Treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa will be tailored to the individual
- It may be controlled with medication such as antiseptics, antibiotics, retinoids, corticosteroids, contraceptives, immunosuppressive treatments (infliximab and adalimumab), in the early stages
- Surgery may be needed in severe or persistent cases (cannot be controlled with medication)
- Avoid smoking
- Lose weight if you are overweight
- Wear loose-fitting clothes
- Do not shave affected skin
- Avoid wearing perfume or perfumed deodorants in the affected area
- Hold a warm flannel on the lumps to help the pus to drain