Boils in your underarms? Dermatologist explains Hidradenitis Suppurative | Dr. Jenny Liu

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jenny Liu talks about Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, chronic skin condition that’s often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. As a board-certified dermatologist, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about HS—what causes it, early warning signs, treatment options, and how to manage flares. If you’ve ever struggled with painful bumps in areas like your underarms or groin, this video is for you. ______________________________ Products mentioned: HS support group https://www.hs-foundation.org/support-groups https://www.makehstory.com/hs-resources ______________________________ FOLLOW ME! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derm.talk/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjennyliu #dermatology #dermatologist #acne 00:00 Intro 01:10 Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) overview 03:26 Common Signs/Symptoms 05:34 Hurley Stages 06:19 What Causes HS? 09:42 Treatment for Mild Cases 11:08 Treatment for Moderate Cases 11:45 Treatment for Severe Cases 15:42 Conclusion Music by WABI SABI - snowflake - https://thmatc.co/?l=519BB0F1 ______________________________ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Also, product links may be affiliate links. Affiliate links support my YouTube channel so I can continue to create videos for you.