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Review
. 2016 Jan;34(1):17-22.
doi: 10.1016/j.det.2015.07.003. Epub 2015 Sep 14.

The Handicap of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Inge Elizabeth Deckers  1 , Alexa Boer Kimball  2
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The Handicap of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Inge Elizabeth Deckers et al. Dermatol Clin. 2016 Jan.

Abstract

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin disease, with painful, foul-smelling, recurring inflammation, leading to a diminished quality of life. Patients with HS also often suffer from depression, have an impaired sexual health, and may have difficulty performing their work duties.

Keywords: Acne inversa; Depression; Dermatology life quality index; Morbidity; Psychological impact; Quality of life; Social impact; Work.

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