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Introduction
Glossary
What is hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)?
What areas of the body are affected?
What does HS look like?
Who tends to have HS?
What causes HS?
Is HS hereditary?
Is HS catching?
Is HS serious?
Does anything make HS worse?
Will HS go away?
How will HS be diagnosed?
How can HS be treated?
Are there any complications with HS?
How can I help myself?
What sort of dressings should I use?
Will daily life be affected by HS?
Will having HS affect pregnancy or giving birth?
I am about to see a healthcare professional; what do I ask them
Other frequently asked questions
What do I do next?
Where can I get more information?
References
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>> Where can I get more information?

If you want to find out more about HS or want to talk to other people who have the disease, you can contact the support group:

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation, Inc.
7895 Via Belfiore #4, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
Tel: 001 858 901 4747
Email: info@hs-foundation.org
Website: http://www.hs-foundation.org

The Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation (HSF) is a registered non-profit organization in the State of California, United States. The HSF has a multi-national medical advisory board, and provides worldwide patient, family and physician support via mail, email and telephone.

There are also other detailed information sources available:

http://www.hs-foundation.org/abouths/treatment.htm
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic2717.htm
http://www.dermnetnz.org/dna.hidsup/hidsup.html

Your local GP may be able to provide information for you or refer you to a dermatology department.

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