Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Reddit: Assessing Gaps in Patient Education

Our analysis of patient questions posted to the HS subreddit revealed that most patient questions were related to disease management, with non-pharmacological management being the most asked-about category. Providers can address this potential gap in patient education by inquiring about helpful products and practices from their patients and serving as a conduit for specific recommendations that align with the literature.

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Cureus
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2025-05-08
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.83736
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Treatments
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Reddit: Assessing Gaps in Patient Education

Cindy Wassef, Vineeth R. Vaidyula, Samantha Ouellette, Cooper Lathrop
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Reddit: Assessing Gaps in Patient Education

Cindy Wassef, Vineeth R. Vaidyula, Samantha Ouellette, Cooper Lathrop
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Abstract

Our analysis of patient questions posted to the HS subreddit revealed that most patient questions were related to disease management, with non-pharmacological management being the most asked-about category. Providers can address this potential gap in patient education by inquiring about helpful products and practices from their patients and serving as a conduit for specific recommendations that align with the literature.

CureusVol. 17(5)
Johnson University (US), Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (US)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 81%
Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Treatments
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