Global Hidradenitis Suppurativa Atlas (GHiSA)
Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a noncommunicable skin condition characterized by severe and visible skin symptoms. These symptoms often lead to considerable disability and multifaceted impairments, creating a lasting handicap unique to skin diseases. This Atlas underscores the urgent need for enhanced global healthcare efforts for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, providing detailed insights aimed at improving understanding and guiding effective interventions.
What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by recurrent episodes of painful, deep-seated nodules, abscesses, or sinus tracts. For a diagnosis of HS, these symptoms must appear in areas such as the axilla, under the breasts, or in the ano-genital region at least twice within a six-month period