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Standardization of Lesion Classification and Assessment by Investigators in Clinical Trials for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Yesterday
A team of dermatology experts has just agreed on a standardized way to identify and classify HS lesions, potentially transforming how clinical trials measure disease and evaluate treatments. Find out how this new consensus could reshape research and bring us closer to better therapies.
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Understanding Moderate Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Diagnosis, Impact, and Treatment
February 25, 2026
Explore why early recognition and tailored care are vital for patients with moderate hidradenitis suppurativa. This Dermatology Times piece breaks down key challenges in diagnosis, the real impact on quality of life, and evolving treatment strategies, including when to consider systemic and biologic therapies to prevent disease progression.
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“I Lost 15 Years of My Life”: A Man’s Journey With Hidradenitis Suppurativa
February 25, 2026
In a revealing interview conducted by The Educated Patient, Keven Brown opens up about his long, painful battle with hidradenitis suppurativa — from years of misdiagnosis and physical hardship to the emotional toll of living with a chronic condition and the resilience it took to reclaim his life.
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Do GLP-1 medications help signs and symptoms of Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
February 23, 2026
Could a medication commonly used for type 2 diabetes and weight loss also help improve hidradenitis suppurativa? New research explores the potential impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists on HS signs, symptoms, and quality of life. Click to learn what researchers found and what it could mean for people living with HS.
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Patients with Skin of Color: Emerging Therapies and Strategies for Effective Management
January 22, 2026
New insights highlight emerging therapies and practical strategies for managing hidradenitis suppurativa in patients with skin of color. Learn how evolving treatments, improved diagnostic approaches, and patient-centered care are reshaping HS management and addressing long-standing gaps in care.
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Timing, Severity, and Therapeutic Choice in Moderate to Severe HS
January 14, 2026
When should HS treatment escalate? This case-based discussion with HS Foundation board member, Dr. Afsaneh Alavi, explores how timing, severity assessment, and therapeutic choice shape outcomes in moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
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Beyond the Surface: January 2026
January 13, 2026
Catch the latest from the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation — explore new HS insights, updated wound care resources, SHSA 2026 details, and apply for the Mentored Experience Grant by January 31.
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New HS Health Resources Available on Educated Patient
January 5, 2026
A new Hidradenitis Suppurativa Health Resources Hub is now available on the Educated Patient website, offering clear, evidence-based information on HS risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and more.
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Turning Action Plans Into Power: Personalizing Care for Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa
December 16, 2025
Learn how personalized action plans can empower patients with hidradenitis suppurativa by improving communication, clarifying flare management, and supporting more proactive, individualized care.
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Hot Off the Press: SHSA 2025 Abstracts Published in Dermatology & Therapy
December 1, 2025
The full collection of abstracts presented at the 10th Annual Symposium on Hidradenitis Suppurativa Advances (SHSA) has officially been published in the open access journal Dermatology & Therapy. This milestone release makes the latest HS research from international clinicians and scientists widely available to the community.
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