Two cases of hidradenitis suppurativa exacerbated by ambulatory aides for myelomeningocele

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory and recurrent disease of the hair follicle, characterized by nodules, abscesses, fistulas, and scars on the intertriginous areas. The prevalence rates range between 1% and 4%.1 Many factors contribute to the inflammatory state: genetic predisposition, smoking, obesity, hormonal factors, and the microbiome. In addition, the skin barrier dysfunction in friction areas could play a role in the HS pathogenesis.1