In hidradenitis suppurativa, there can be scarring and color changes seen from prior skin inflammation. This person with hidradenitis suppurativa has a draining sinus. The armpit is a typical site of involvement. Notice the scars and pits in the skin. Inflamed cysts can be very tender in hidradenitis suppurativa.
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Bolognia JL, Jorizzo JL, Rapini RP, eds. Dermatology. Vol. 1. 2nd ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2008:528-529.

Wolff K, Goldsmith LA, Katz SI, Gilchrest BA, Paller AS, Leffell DJ, eds. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. Vol 1. 7th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 2008:734-738.

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