Hidradenitis suppurativa are small, painful lumps that result from skin rubbing in areas like the buttocks, groin, breast, and armpits. The lumps can take a long time to heal. They then recur and cause tunnels and scarring under the skin.
The condition usually starts during puberty and can persist for many years, worsening over time. It can lead to severe effects on your daily life and well-being.
Hidradenitis suppurativa can affect several areas of the body. The symptoms include:
This condition commonly occurs when hair follicles experience blockage, though the exact reason for this is not medically proven yet. Experts suspect it could happen because of cigarette smoking, genetic predisposition, hormones, or excess weight, but not because of uncleanliness.
Risk factors include:
When Hidradenitis suppurativa is persistent, it can lead to:
The exact cause of the condition is still being studied, meaning there's no known way to prevent it. However, they recommend doing the following to reduce the symptoms
While there's no known cure for the condition, early diagnosis and treatment can prevent its progression. Medications like antibiotics, corticosteroids, adalimumab, and retinoids could potentially offer some relief. In severe cases, surgical procedures may be necessary. These include:
If you have the symptoms of a hidradenitis suppurativa and are interested in the powerful treatments available, consider scheduling a consultation with an experienced general surgeon like Dr. Daniel Gay, who has successfully performed hundreds minor operations with great results. He offers individualized attention to all of his patients while emphasizing health education. Submit a contact form or call (208) 321-4790 today to make an appointment!
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I had a failed (or incomplete) laparoscopic hernia surgery from another surgeon (not affiliated with Capital Surgery Associates) that needed to be corrected. This was very frustrating, so I did lots of research and consults with hernia surgeons within an 8 hour-drive of Coeur Dalene ID. Dr. Gay was beyond gracious with his time and I was floored with his knowledge and experience. He thoroughly explained why he would take the approach he ended up doing. His office was excellent to work with, and the entire surgery process went as smoothly as I could've hoped for. I would go back to him if needed in the future and would absolutely recommend him. He takes pride in his work and he is a true professional.
Jackson Denham
Dr. Gay demonstrated the highest level of professionalism I have ever seen in a surgeon. He went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable by clearly explaining everything and walking me through my recovery process. I never had any difficulty reaching him or his staff when I had questions or concerns. I am truly grateful that my health was in his care. He treated me with the utmost respect, for which I am very thankful. I would strongly encourage anyone looking for a surgeon to consider Dr. Gay and not hesitate to contact his office.
Nick Barragan
I had a great experience with Dr. Gay as my general surgeon for my hernia repair. From the initial consultation through surgery and follow-up, everything was explained clearly and I felt very well cared for. The procedure went smoothly, my recovery was exactly what I was told to expect, and the staff was professional and kind. I'm very grateful for the excellent care and would highly recommend Dr. Gay to anyone needing general surgery.
Racheal Cope
Dr. Gay was very open to my needs and desires for my inguinal hernia repair, not wanting mesh and wanting dissolvable sutures. He completely explained to me what he does in that case at the pre-surgery appointment. Then when in the pre-op room and I'd forgotten what he'd told me, he very patiently went over the technique he uses, what he would do and use to effectively repair the hernia. I must say his combining of techniques sounds not only innovative and very intelligent but also will leave me with better longterm results.
Lynn Shev
My husband had hernia surgery that was in a difficut spot but Dr. Gay went in with his robot and fixed him right up. We appreciate the Dr.'s access to top technology without all of the hoops. It was hard not to get excited about having surgery when the Dr. had a twinkle in his eye and such enthusiasm in his voice while telling us about the procedure! Thank you Dr. Gay! My husband's buddy, Hank the Hernia is back where he belongs.
Mary Ann Mandel