Acne inversa causes painful bumps, swelling, and fluid leakage, and may be related to autoimmune disease. It can be worsened by obesity, an inflammatory diet, or smoking. Treatments include lifestyle changes, antibiotics, surgery, and radiation.
Acne inversa is a skin condition that causes swelling and painful bumps. It can also cause fluid to leak from the skin, and if the bumps are injured, they often heal slowly. The causes of the disorder are thought to be related to autoimmune disease. It can be made worse by obesity, an inflammatory diet, or smoking. Treatments may include lifestyle changes, antibiotics, surgery, and radiation.
Unlike normal acne, acne inversa often affects those who have already gone through adolescence. Some of the more common symptoms of the condition include bumps that can swell and burst, painful lumps, and fluid oozing from the skin. Skin abscesses can be chronic; if a bump is cut, the open wound may not heal for a long time. The condition can be very painful.
There is currently debate as to the true cause of acne inversa because there appear to be many predisposing factors. It is believed that people who have gone through puberty, sweat excessively and are obese are more likely to get the disease. There is also some recent research to support the claim that acne inversa may be linked to autoimmune conditions. However, the disease is not the result of bacteria on the skin.
The condition can be aggravated or “triggered” by a variety of factors. Patients with acne inversa are often advised to avoid these triggers. Some factors that can make symptoms worse include wearing tight clothing, being overweight, and smoking. Some types of medications, such as oral contraceptives, are also thought to make the condition worse. If the patient lives in a hot, humid climate, even that may not help the situation.
There are several treatments for acne inversa, although the correct one depends on the severity of the condition. This is true for many ailments; however, acne inversa is relatively poorly understood, so it is important for the patient to understand the benefits and risks of each treatment. One way to address the condition is to consider dietary and lifestyle changes. This can include avoiding foods that cause inflammation and trying to lose weight.
Medical treatments for acne inversa include antibiotics, steroid injections, and supplements such as zinc gluconate. If the condition doesn’t improve with conservative treatment, surgery to remove the affected areas may be an option. In some parts of the world, radiation treatment is recommended for the condition, although this is rarely prescribed in the United States
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