Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is not contagious. It is not an infectious disease, and you cannot catch or spread HS through close contact with someone who has it. HS is also not a sexually transmitted disease and is not caused by poor hygiene. However, secondary bacterial infections that can develop in HS lesions may be Show Full Answer

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is not contagious. It is not an infectious disease, and you cannot catch or spread HS through close contact with someone who has it. HS is also not a sexually transmitted disease and is not caused by poor hygiene. However, secondary bacterial infections that can develop in HS lesions may be contagious. If you have an HS-related infection, keep the area clean, dry, and dressed, and consult a healthcare provider.

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