Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a skin disease that affects hair follicles in areas such as the armpits, groin, under breasts, and buttocks. HS causes recurrent painful nodules and abscesses, which lead to scarring and disfigurement. Hidradenitis suppurativa affects approximately 4% of the population globally, and while it is non-life threatening HS can lead to skin infections and other severe illnesses, and rarely squamous cell cancer. MetroBoston is conducting clinical trials to determine the safety and efficacy of new potential treatments.