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September 5, 2025JAMA Dermatology

Prevalence of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

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The global prevalence of hidradenitis suppurativa was estimated at 0.99%, indicating a significant healthcare burden.
Data from 22,743 participants across 25 studies showed a median age of 34.5 years and 55.6% of cases were female.
Meta-analysis using a random-effects model found substantial variations in HS prevalence, highlighting female sex as a significant factor.
Future investigation into genetic and environmental factors is necessary to better understand HS prevalence discrepancies.

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Meta-analysis reveals global HS prevalence of 0.99% across diverse populations, highlighting female sex and BMI's role.

Bouazzi et al. (2025) studied this question.

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