Hidradenitis Doctor in NJ

Since Dr. Lathrop retired, I have been unable to find an aggressive dermatologist for this disease.  I have a cyst on my chin; four visits to a dermatologist and no help.  I need an aggressive Dr. that knows how to treat these cysts.

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would be helpful, appreciate it.

Thanks

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin disease that affects areas bearing apocrine sweat glands and hair follicles; such as the underarms, groin and buttocks esp in women.

Apply warm compresses on the lumps and keep the area clean. Topical antiseptic treatment and topical antibiotics such as mupirocin or neomycin containing ointment is very useful. If still the lumps persist then specific treatment like antibiotics, vit A supplements, corticosteroid injections, isotretinoin, antiandrogens and sometimes excision and drainage ,laser therapy and radiotherapy are found useful. I feel that you should consult a dermatologist and discuss these options with him.

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.