Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is not a nerve disease; it is a chronic inflammatory skin condition. HS is characterized by the occurrence of painful, recurring bumps or lesions primarily in areas where skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks, and under the breasts. The exact cause of HS is not fully Show Full Answer

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is not a nerve disease; it is a chronic inflammatory skin condition. HS is characterized by the occurrence of painful, recurring bumps or lesions primarily in areas where skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks, and under the breasts. The exact cause of HS is not fully understood, but it involves follicular occlusion and inflammation rather than being primarily a disorder of the nervous system.

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