The Role of Depilation and Deodorants in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Morgan, Wyn P.

doi:10.1001/archderm.1982.01650140033014

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“…Hormones are unlikely players in the pathogenesis of HS: increased sebum excretion and other signs of cutaneous virilization are not seen, although single cases have been published to suggest this (16–19). Similarly, the use of depilatories and other cosmetics are not associated with the disease (20,21). Scarring is prominent, but often overlooked in this disease.…”

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Jemec¹

2008

Experimental Dermatology

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2008

Experimental Dermatology

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“…Therefore, antiperspirants might facilitate HS lesion development through chemical irritation of axillary skin [ 103 ]. Interestingly, Morgan and colleagues [ 104 ] compared the prevalence of the use of deodorants between HS patients and a control group but did not find a statistically significant difference, and they concluded that these agents cannot be considered causative agents in HS pathogenesis.…”

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“…Shaving was investigated as a triggering factor for HS as early as 1982, when Morgan and Leicester compared the practice of shaving the axillar and inguinal areas in 40 HS patients (prior to its onset) with 40 healthy controls. The authors found no significant difference between patients and controls and concluded that this habit was not primarily involved in disease initiation [ 104 ]. On the other hand, different studies have reported that shaving practice might be associated with either (i) progression of the disease [ 105 ] or (ii) its earlier onset [ 50 , 106 ].…”

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Hidradenitis Suppurativa: The Influence of Gender, the Importance of Trigger Factors and the Implications for Patient Habits

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Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a debilitating, chronic, inflammatory skin disease primarily affecting apocrine gland-rich areas of the body. On the one hand, the presence of triggering factors—some identified, others only hypothesized—may initiate or perpetuate the pathogenic process of HS. In addition to cigarette smoking and diet, other trigger factors, including choice of clothing, are frequently observed in clinical practice. On the other hand, the presence of disease may influence habits of HS patients. Indeed, high incidences of sexual and sleep impairment have been reported in these patients. Consequently, alcohol and substance abuse may be a coping strategy for the emotional and psychological disease burden. Furthermore, a greater awareness of gender differences in HS may be important for dermatologists in their own clinical practice (i.e., pregnancy and breastfeeding). Consequently, in this loop interaction, comprehensive knowledge of all factors involved is crucial for the management of HS patients. Thus, the objective of this review is to (i) discuss the influence of gender on HS, (ii) summarize the most frequent triggering factors of HS and (iii) analyze the impact of HS on patient habits.

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“…The use of chemical irritants, such as deodorants, mechanical irritation and shaving, have been suggested as predisposing factors9, 38–42. However, comparing patients with the disease with age‐matched controls has not shown any significant difference in shaving habits, the use of deodorants or the application of chemical depilatory agents42.…”

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Hidradenitis suppurativa

Buimer

Wobbes

Klinkenbijl

2009

British Journal of Surgery

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Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic, recurrent, suppurative cutaneous disease. Despite its incidence, optimal medical or surgical treatment remains unclear. This review describes the disease, ranging from pathogenesis to treatment and prognosis.Methods: Articles were sourced from PubMed and Medline, using the MeSH terms 'hidradenitis suppurativa' and 'acne inversa'. Selection of articles was based on peer review, journal, relevance and English language. Results and conclusion:On the basis of histological findings, the disease is now considered inflammatory and originating from the hair follicle; therefore, the term 'acne inversa' is favoured by some experts. The exact aetiology remains obscure but smoking seems to be a major triggering factor. Treatment should be individualized according to the site and extent of the disease. Absolute cessation of smoking is essential in the treatment of hidradenitis. Management with antibiotics or other medications may relieve early symptoms, but radical surgery may be necessary for control and to prevent recurrence.

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The Role of Depilation and Deodorants in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

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