Connect with others who understand.

  • Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  • Real advice from people who’ve been there
  • People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
Powered By
Real members of myHSteam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.
A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Ystalyfera, UK
May 5
 · 
Be the first to react
A myHSteam Member

University of Miami school of Dermatology has a effective way of elimination of tunnels in the scrotal are, It's laser surgery, they are good

May 6
myHSteam

Anal abscesses and tunneling (sinus tracts) in the perianal area are a known and particularly challenging aspect of HS. Sinus tracts are hollow tunnels that form under the skin when abscesses repeatedly heal and reopen, connecting different lesions together. Here's what's important to understand about HS tunneling in this Show Full Answer

Anal abscesses and tunneling (sinus tracts) in the perianal area are a known and particularly challenging aspect of HS. Sinus tracts are hollow tunnels that form under the skin when abscesses repeatedly heal and reopen, connecting different lesions together. Here's what's important to understand about HS tunneling in this area:

- How they form: Nodules grow and merge into abscesses, and when left untreated, tunnels develop connecting those abscesses beneath the skin
- What they feel like: Pressure or fullness under the skin, pain, and sometimes leaking fluid or pus — often without warning
- Complications: Tunnels can fill with fluid, pus, or blood, and may give off an odor when they reach the skin's surface
- Scarring: Over time, sinus tracts create scar tissue that is less flexible than healthy skin, which can restrict movement and cause ongoing discomfort
- Severity link: Having multiple tunnels is associated with more severe HS, greater pain, and reduced response to some medications The most important step is to contact your dermatologist as soon as you notice new bumps, increased pain, or any changes. Catching things early can help prevent tunnels from forming or worsening. Keeping inflammation well-controlled through treatment is key to avoiding further complications in this sensitive area.

May 5

Related Questions

View All
A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Ystalyfera, UK

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Montgomery, AL

Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data and Privacy policies.
Already a member? Log In