What would you like to know about surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa?
There are several surgical options available depending on the severity and location of your HS lesions. Here are the main types:
- Incision and drainage: Provides quick relief from painful abscesses but doesn't prevent recurrence
- Punch debridement Show Full Answer
What would you like to know about surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa?
There are several surgical options available depending on the severity and location of your HS lesions. Here are the main types:
- Incision and drainage: Provides quick relief from painful abscesses but doesn't prevent recurrence
- Punch debridement (mini-unroofing): Removes small lesions using local anesthesia
- Unroofing (deroofing): Treats persistent abscesses and connected lesions by removing skin to expose and drain sinus tracts
- Excision: Removes larger areas of affected skin and scarring, can be done with local or general anesthesia
Surgery is typically performed by dermatologists, though plastic surgeons, colorectal surgeons, urologists, or gynecologists may be involved depending on the location and complexity.
Some myHSteam members report life-changing results, especially with underarm surgery. However, others experience frustrating recurrences where new lesions appear before they've even healed from previous procedures.
The underarm area tends to have better surgical outcomes because it's easier to care for and experiences less friction than areas like the groin or buttocks.
Is there a specific aspect of HS surgery you'd like to know more about?
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