Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists show promise in reducing hidradenitis suppurativa severity and pain, especially in patients with obesity.

Panelists discuss the critical importance of early biologic therapy initiation in hidradenitis suppurativa to prevent irreversible tissue damage, reduce disease burden, and overcome socioeconomic and ...

In this retrospective study, patients who started a GLP-1 agonist experienced significant declines in hidradenitis ...

Incyte Corporation (($CC:INCY.CUR)) announced an update on their ongoing clinical study. Study Overview: Incyte Corporation is conducting a Phase ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa patients face higher depression and anxiety risks, but biologic treatments may reduce these mental ...

GLP-1 RA therapy reduces hidradenitis suppurativa severity, flares, symptoms, and BMI in patients with hidradenitis ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa is associated with a higher risk for new-onset depression and anxiety, which may occur despite treatment, according to a Danish population-based cohort study.

Finally, it’s also important to pay attention to your mental health when you have hidradenitis suppurativa; people with HS have a higher risk of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem.

König A, Lehmann C, Rompel R, Happle R. Cigarette smoking as a triggering factor of hidradenitis suppurativa. Dermatology. 1999;198 (3):261-264. doi:10.1159/000018126 ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa generally causes inflamed, discolored, swollen bumps that can fill with pus and break open. Sometimes, the condition can also cause scarring and tunneling under your skin.

Lifestyle Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic condition for the lifetime of an individual, but certain lifestyle changes can be beneficial to reduce or prevent breakouts.