Table 1- Hidradenitis Supprativa, Acne Vulgaris and Acne Fulminans Compared
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Hidradentitis Supprativa |
Acne Vulgaris (AV) |
Acne Fulminans |
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Identified genetic link2 |
Yes |
No |
No |
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Association with inflammatory arthritis3 |
Uncommon |
Very rare |
Rare and sometimes transient |
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Association with Crohn’s4,5 |
Not uncommon |
Very rare |
Uncommon |
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Resolution with isotretinoin6 |
Almost never |
50-65% |
Sometimes |
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Association with hyperandrogenism7 |
No |
Yes |
Yes but likely less than AV |
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Association with obesity4,5 |
Strong |
Weak |
Weak |
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Affects teenagers commonly5 |
No |
Yes |
Less than AV |
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Tumor necrosis Factor α suggested and useful as therapy |
Yes |
No |
Yes8 |