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Hidradenitis suppurativa — ABFM Board MCQ

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ModerateDermatologyHidradenitis suppurativaABFM Board

A 29-year-old woman has recurrent painful nodules and draining sinus tracts in the axillae and groin. She smokes and has obesity. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: AHidradenitis suppurativa

Recurrent painful nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts in intertriginous areas are characteristic of hidradenitis suppurativa.

Reference: American Family Physician clinical reviews and AAFP guidance: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp.html