It's understandable to feel scared when seeing photos of surgery, especially for conditions like hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Surgery is often considered when other treatments haven't been effective in controlling symptoms. It's not due to a lack of information but rather a step taken for those with severe cases to all... read more

It's understandable to feel scared when seeing photos of surgery, especially for conditions like hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Surgery is often considered when other treatments haven't been effective in controlling symptoms. It's not due to a lack of information but rather a step taken for those with severe cases to alleviate pain, reduce the occurrence of new lesions, and improve quality of life. Doctors and surgeons who recommend surgery usually do so after carefully considering all other options and determining that surgery could offer the most benefit to the patient's condition and overall well-being.

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