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Learn the basics of hidradenitis suppurativa to better manage this chronic skin condition.

If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), you may be feeling overwhelmed. This agonising skin condition can be emotionally and physically taxing, but you are not alone. One in every 100 people has HS, according to the National Library of Medicine. And we’re here to supply you with the most up-to-date science and expert-backed information, whether you’re a patient or a carer, so you can start to comprehend the illness. Here are eight facts about HS that you should be aware of.

HS is a long-term condition.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory skin disease in which sweat glands (called apocrine glands) near the base of hair follicles become clogged and infected. The backup is thought to be caused by an excess of keratin, a protein found in skin, hair, and nails. According to the Academy of Dermatology Association, as perspiration and germs become trapped within the follicle, they can form what looks to be a deep pimple or boil-like mass (known as a nodule), which can rupture to form a pus-filled beneath-the-skin abscess. HS is most typically found in sweaty areas of women, such as the armpits, groyne, buttocks, and beneath the breasts.

HS progresses in stages.

A blood test and a culture test, which analyses fluid from nodules, can assist your dermatologist in diagnosing HS. There are three stages to the illness. During stage I, you may see a single deep red bump in your armpit or groyne. Several painful lumps may grow in the same location throughout stage II. As the disease progresses to stage III, these lumps might turn into abscesses oozing odorous pus or blood. Damaged areas may heal only to reoccur, creating scars or tracts under the skin.

HS Has Nothing to Do With Hygiene

First and foremost, HS is not the product of poor hygiene or disease. “There are a few key risk factors associated with HS, including genetics, ethnicity, gender, smoking, and obesity,” says Dr. Adil, Lead Ayurveda Specialist at EliteAyurveda. He also says that smoking and obesity worsen sickness severity. Other factors can include genetics (one in every three people with HS has a family member who also has it), and immunological problems, according to research published in the journal Frontiers in Immunology.

HS Is Extremely Individualistic

Dr. Adil claims that no two people with the condition would have the same experience. “Everyone is different,” she points out. “Some people have it in their armpits, while others only have it in their groyne.” Some people have it simply beneath their breast.” Some patients have mild HS, whereas others have more severe versions. The frequency of HS patients with stage I (24% to 68%), stage II (28% to 54%), or stage III (2% to 29%) varies widely, however a study published in the journal PLoS One found that stage III is the least common among people with HS.

HS Flare-Ups Are Manageable

Making a few lifestyle changes will help you control your HS symptoms. Make an effort to quit smoking if you smoke. You should also think about altering your diet: A small study found that avoiding dairy, sugary foods, and brewer’s yeast may help improve HS. Because stress might cause inflammatory illnesses, incorporate anxiety-relieving activities into your everyday routine. “Heat and sweat can trigger a flare-up,” explains Dr. Adil. Finally, if you are obese, losing weight will assist.

Treat HS before it progresses to the next stage.

There are numerous therapies and medications available to assist control its symptoms. 

Topical therapies include antiseptic washes, antibiotic lotions, and keratolytics, which are a form of exfoliant. “For example, your doctor may prescribe a biologic, which is an injectable medication that works on the immune system to reduce inflammation.” Humira is an HS biopharmaceutical. Oral medications such as antibiotics, retinoids (to assist prevent keratin overproduction), or hormone therapy such as birth control pills may also be prescribed (since doctors believe androgen hormones have a role).

The level of risk varies according on the surgical procedure. Which is the higher risk? Because HS is a systemic disease, treating one area of skin will not stop the disease from spreading to another. New tunnels will commonly form outside of the treated area. 

A recent study found a 35% recurrence rate among HS patients who had surgery.

There are always risks connected with any medical practise. All skin surgeries, for example, include a risk of bleeding or infection, according to Dr. Adil. “Scarring will also result from these procedures, and the appearance of that scarring will vary greatly,” he explains.

Ayurvedic Treatment – Medicines for HS that involve biologics, antibiotics, or hormone therapy each have their own set of adverse effects, such as affecting the immune system balance (Biologics), affecting the microbiome balance (Antibiotics), or causing hormonal imbalance (Hormone Therapy).

Ayurvedic treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa The goal of treatment is to restore the body’s natural balance by detoxifying it with powerful herbal remedies. 

Elite Ayurveda’s treatment for Hidradenitis Suppurativa includes balancing the Kapha and Pitta doshas as well as restoring metabolism harmony. Body detoxification, internal medications to balance doshas, and exterior applications to repair wounds are all part of the treatment.

The treatment consists of herbal mixtures generated based on individual Prakruti and Vikruti analyses. To learn more, please visit our website.

Hydradenitis suppurativa is a cause of Kapha and Pitta dosha, according to Ayurveda. When the digestive fire (Agni), or Pitta, is out of equilibrium, the Kapha Dosha becomes vitiated, causing metabolism to slow down. Because of the disturbance of fat molecules, they begin to accumulate in muscles and obstruct physiological passages, resulting in painful, swelling sores in the groin, buttocks, thighs, and armpits.

The goal of hidradenitis suppurativa Treatment in Ayurveda is to restore the body’s natural balance by detoxifying it using effective herbal remedies. 

Daily maintenance is required for HS.

Clean and dress any HS-affected areas every day. “Use an antibacterial wash on the affected area to keep it clean,” Dr. Adil recommends. Wear loose clothing to avoid rubbing and sweating, which can aggravate HS. If your HS is leaking, Dr. Adil also suggests using wound dressing. Dr. Adil also suggests using an antiperspirant or deodorant that is gentle and effective that does not contain alcohol, baking soda, parabens, colours, or fragrance: “These ingredients may irritate the skin and cause a flare-up of HS.”

We’re Finding Out More About HS

According to recent study, inflammation has a key part in the sickness. According to a study published in the Academy of Dermatology, HS is most likely an inflammatory or autoimmune condition, or both. So, why is this significant? Over time, a better knowledge of the causes of HS will lead to better treatment and care strategies. 

Our Prognosis –

Hydradenitis suppurativa is a cause of Kapha and Pitta dosha, according to Ayurveda. When the digestive fire (Agni), or Pitta, is out of equilibrium, the Kapha Dosha becomes vitiated, causing metabolism to slow down. Because of the disturbance of fat molecules, they begin to accumulate in muscles and obstruct physiological passages, resulting in painful, swelling sores in the groin, buttocks, thighs, and armpits.

The goal of hidradenitis suppurativa Treatment in Ayurveda is to restore the body’s natural balance by detoxifying it using effective herbal remedies. 

Elite Ayurveda’s treatment for Hidradenitis Suppurativa includes balancing the Kapha and Pitta doshas as well as restoring metabolism harmony. Body detoxification, internal medications to balance doshas, and exterior applications to repair wounds are all part of the treatment.

The treatment consists of herbal mixtures generated based on individual Prakruti and Vikruti analyses. To learn more, please visit our website.

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Dr. Adil Moulanchikkal, Lead Ayurveda Specialist at EliteAyurveda Clinics, reviewed the medical records. With over 15 years of experience in Neurological, Skin, and Autoimmune Disease treatment.

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