title: Hidradenitis suppurativa: A clinician's tool for early diagnosis and treatment.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  To enhance the clinician's knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).
  
  
  BACKGROUND
  This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to: 1. Assess and diagnose the pathophysiology and prevalence of HS. 2. Interpret the diagnostic process for HS. 3. Evaluate treatment options for HS.
authors.affiliation: Georgia State University, Atlanta, USA.
authors.forename: Monica A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Beshara