How do you approach HS patients with persistent HS lesions on the trunk?
Have you had success with deroofing or surgical excision? Is ILK the best option?
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What therapy/treatment do you most commonly use to manage HS lesions on the trunk?
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Dermatology · Wayne State University
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I have a similar approach to HS in other areas, but surgical procedures are a little easier when it comes to positioning. I definitely trying intralesional triamcinolone. After the studies on higher dose, I use 40mg/cc since it has the potential to permanently heal nodules, abscesses, and tunnels. D...
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Dermatology · Modern Dermatology, Inc.
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Dr. @Dr. First Last's recommendation of a higher concentration ILK is definitely a primary option. There may be some dyspigmentation and potentially focal atrophy, however, most patients are willing to accept these outcomes if the lesions stop draining.
Intralesional Cryo/Cryoinsufflation can also b...
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