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Can liposuction be done to get rid of hidradenitis suppurativa? (Photos)

October 18, 2016
Asked By:question540 in Richmond, VA

I have been to a dermatologist and she only suggested complete excision of the area. I do not want that but at this point the flare ups are to hard to handle. Although you can not see it in the photo it is pretty deep. What are my options?

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