Alleviating and exacerbating foods in hidradenitis suppurativa

Fernandez, Jennifer M.; Marr, Kendra D.; Hendricks, Aleksi J.; Price, Kyla N.; Ludwig, Catherine; Maarouf, Melody; Hsiao, Jennifer L.; Shi, Vivian Y.

doi:10.1111/dth.14246

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“…Another field of interest, is represented by the evaluation of the dietary patterns in HS patients, and a negative role of some components of diet, such as dairy food 37 or brewer's yeast 38 has been hypothesized. In the study of Fernandez et al, a sample of HS patients was asked, by means of an anonymous questionnaire, to indicate foods that respectively exacerbated or alleviated HS symptoms; among the former, were indicated sweets, carbohydrates, dairy and high-fat foods, while among the latter, were indicated vegetables and fruits, chicken and fish 39 . Mediterranean Diet, characterized by a high intake of vegetables, fruit, legumes, wholegrains and fish, and by a low intake of meat and dairy, is considered one of the healthiest nutritional models, and due to its richness in antioxidants compounds, such as polyphenols, contained in plant-derived food, it has considered to have a protective role against both inflammation and obesity, as well as to modulate the gut microbiota composition in obese patients 40,41,42 .…”

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Mediterranean Diet, Lifestyle and Quality of Life in Sardinian Patients Affected with Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Velluzzi

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Pisanu

et al. 2022

Journal of Public Health Research

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Background: Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory skin disease with a strong negative impact on physical and psychological health. Obesity, especially visceral adiposity, but also smoking or unhealthy nutritional habits, have been reported to be significantly associated with hidradenitis suppurativa.Design and Method: Case-control study in 35 patients of both sexes affected with hidradenitis suppurativa, and 35 healthy subjects matched for sex, age, and geographic origin (Sardinia, Italy).Results: Several anthropometric measures (body mass index, waist circumference, body composition), lifestyle (Mediterranean diet adherence, and physical activity level), and the perceived physical and mental health status were evaluated in case and controls. Hidradenitis patients showed significantly higher values of body mass index, waist circumference, body composition, fat mass, and lower values of physical and mental health status compared to controls, while both groups showed a similar moderate physical activity level which can be assumed to counteract the negative effects of obesity or poor nutritional pattern in hidradenitis patients. However, none of the evaluated variables were correlated with the severity of the disease, assessed by means of the Hurley stage system or the Sartorius score. Instead, the Sartorius score showed a positive correlation with the duration of hidradenitis, mainly imputable to the diagnostic delay and the consequent long lasting inflammatory status.Conclusions: Although nutritional factors and lifestyle can be important and modifiable factors in the hidradenitis suppurativa course, the detrimental effect of chronic inflammation and delayed management are clearly prevalent and heavily influence the disease burden.

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Mediterranean Diet, Lifestyle and Quality of Life in Sardinian Patients Affected with Hidradenitis Suppurativa

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Pisanu

et al. 2022

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“…In addition, it has been seen that some foods such as dairy products and simple sugars in general determine a worsening of symptoms [50]. On the contrary, fruits, vegetables, chicken meat, and fish seem to improve the symptomatology itself.…”

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The Role of Nutrition in Immune-Mediated, Inflammatory Skin Disease: A Narrative Review

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Immune-mediated inflammatory skin diseases are characterized by a complex multifactorial etiology, in which genetic and environmental factors interact both in genesis and development of the disease. Nutrition is a complex and fascinating scenario, whose pivotal role in induction, exacerbation, or amelioration of several human diseases has already been well documented. However, owing to the complexity of immune-mediated skin disease clinical course and breadth and variability of human nutrition, their correlation still remains an open debate in literature. It is therefore important for dermatologists to be aware about the scientific basis linking nutrition to inflammatory skin diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, bullous diseases, vitiligo, and alopecia areata, and whether changes in diet can influence the clinical course of these diseases. The purpose of this narrative review is to address the role of nutrition in immune-mediated inflammatory skin diseases, in light of the most recent and validate knowledge on this topic. Moreover, whether specific dietary modifications could provide meaningful implementation in planning a therapeutic strategy for patients is evaluated, in accordance with regenerative medicine precepts, a healing-oriented medicine that considers the whole person, including all aspects of the lifestyle.

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“…In an analysis of the content of the largest group, the majority of HS group posts focused on social support (20%) and requesting information (i.e., lifestyle issues or specific symptoms) (54%) [ 13 ]. Furthermore, for HS, Facebook Groups can be surveyed for effective pain control therapies [ 14 ] or diets [ 15 ] posted by patients. Nevertheless, the psychosocial benefit of being able to connect with others who are undergoing a similar journey can be therapeutic for many patients, more so than the medical advice shared among its group members.…”

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Social Media in Dermatology and an Overview of Popular Social Media Platforms

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Purpose of Review Social media provides an accessible and increasingly popular avenue for sharing healthcare information, networking, and outreach in dermatology. We provide an overview of prominent social media platforms, also known as applications or apps, as well as a discussion of their influence and implications for the field. Recent Findings The various collaborative features of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, and other emerging platforms have proven appealing to organizations and users seeking dermatology-related content and medical advice. However, the potential for propagation of inaccurate or even dangerous information is high. Summary Despite the risks associated with social media usage, dermatology can benefit from opportunities to connect and engage with audiences through these platforms. Dermatologists should be encouraged to increase their presence on multiple social media apps to dispel and counteract misleading posts with evidence-based knowledge.

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Alleviating and exacerbating foods in hidradenitis suppurativa

Cited by 22 publications

References 14 publications

Mediterranean Diet, Lifestyle and Quality of Life in Sardinian Patients Affected with Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Mediterranean Diet, Lifestyle and Quality of Life in Sardinian Patients Affected with Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Role of Nutrition in Immune-Mediated, Inflammatory Skin Disease: A Narrative Review

Social Media in Dermatology and an Overview of Popular Social Media Platforms

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