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Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Symptoms, Causes and Home Remedies

By on March 27, 2017

Many of you may not have even heard the word Hidradenitis Suppurativa. But for those who suffer from it, it’s a nightmare. It is an embarrassing and uncomfortable disease and even the conventional treatment sometimes fail to cure it. But there are certain home remedies we have discussed in this article that will help you to manage its symptoms. Have a look.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a long term and a rare skin disease, It results in painful and small lumps under the skin in the areas where there is friction and rubbing of the skin. It is usually seen in the areas such as the groin, between the buttocks, under breast or armpits. These lumps may open and result in tunnels under the skin or smell.
This condition starts after puberty and persists for years. With time it gets worse and affects the daily activity and the mental state of the person.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

What are the Symptoms of Hiardenitis Suppurative

The common sign and symptom of hiardenitis suppurative are painful lumps that are pea sized. They persist over years, gets enlarged and inflamed. And with the time forms tunnels that connect them together under the skin. They may appear as red and tender bumps and blackheads. They commonly occur around the hair follicles with sweat glands and many oils. For example groin, anus, under the breast and armpits.

Symptoms of Hiardenitis Suppurative

Symptoms of Hiardenitis Suppurative

What are the Causes of Hiardenitis Suppurative

hiardenitis suppurative occurs when the hair follicles get inflamed and blocked, The exact cause of the blockage is unknown. However, hormones, metabolic disorders, smoking, obesity and decreased immunity are considered to cause it.

Causes of Hiardenitis Suppurative

Causes of Hiardenitis Suppurative

The point to note is that it is neither caused due to poor hygiene nor it is contagious.

A few Risk Factors Include:

Women between the age 20 to 29, family history of hiardenitis suppurative, obesity, diabetes, metabolic disorders, smoking, severe acne and Crohn’s disease.

What are the Complications of Hiardenitis Suppurative

Complication of hiardenitis suppurative includes secondary infection, scars, obstructing the lymph drainage, social isolation, and cancer.

How is Hiardenitis Suppurative Treated

Hiardenitis suppurative has no cure, but your doctor may prescribe you topical creams and drugs to treat you and relieve your symptoms. Hormonal therapy can also be given. Painkillers may be prescribed to relieve pain. Zinc supplements are given to prevent new outbreaks and decrease inflammation.
In some cases, surgeries may be required, such as uncovering tunnels, incision and drainage, punch debridement, electrosurgery and surgical removal.

Are there any Home Remedies to Treat Hiardenitis Suppurative
Well, the complete cure is not possible, but there are home remedies to ease and manage symptoms.

Home Remedies to Treat Hiardenitis Suppurative

1. Rubbing Alcohol- Rub alcohol on the closed wounds. This will improve your condition. Soak a cotton swab with alcohol and apply on the affected areas several times in a day.

*But make sure not to apply alcohol on open wounds or your condition will be worsened.

Rubbing Alcohol

Rubbing Alcohol

2. Hot Bath- This will soothe your symptoms for sure. Also, it will relax you mentally and physically. You may also add oils such as olive oil to the hot bath.

3. Aloe Vera- Aloe vera provides the soothing and cooling effect. Extract the gel of aloe vera and apply it to the affected part every day.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

4. Avoid Shaving the Affected Area- Shaving may make your symptoms worse, so better avoid it.

5. Wear Loose Cotton Clothes- This will avoid friction and soak sweat.

6. Try Turmeric- Turmeric contains antioxidants. It has been found to treat a number of skin diseases. But you don’t need it to apply to the affected or it may cause irritation. Add turmeric to a glass of milk and have every day before sleeping. This will boost your immune system.

Try Turmeric

Try Turmeric

Try above home remedies to treat hiardenitis suppurative. And yes if you smoke, quit smoking.

Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta
Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta:  Professionally a homeopathic doctor and a dietician Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta is passionate about writing health and parenting blogs. She believes in holistic approach towards health and well being.
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