Hidradenitis Suppurativa: What’s on the Horizon?
Abstract
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that has a paucity of effective therapeutic options. In recent years, progress has been made in the understanding of HS pathophysiology which has led to the development of new therapeutic options.
The current HS management algorithm has been outlined in North American treatment guidelines and includes a combination of medical and surgical treatment modalities. The guidelines focus on helping clinicians make optimal treatment decisions while taking an individualized approach in each particular patient case. Medical management recommendations include topical and intralesional therapies, systemic antibiotics, hormonal agents, retinoids, immunosuppressants, and biologics. Immunomodulation has adopted a solid place in HS management and will be the focus of this review.
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