729 Upregulation of caveolin-1 in lesional biopsies of hidradenitis suppurativa: A case series report

Abstract

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an overlooked and often misdiagnosed inflammatory skin condition characterized by painful recurrent nodules and abscesses that rupture, leading to development of sinus tracts. Because of the associated pain, sensitive locations, drainage, odor and scarring, this condition has a tremendously negative psychosocial impact. Considering that 1) early stages of HS are often mistaken for other conditions, 2) pathophysiology is relatively unknown and 3) there are no established biomarkers of disease, it is unsurprising that an average delay in the correct diagnosis of HS is between 7-12 years.