The impact of hidradenitis suppurativa on professional life.

Sylke Schneider-BurrusStefanie KalusBjörn FritzKerstin WolkSusana Gomis-KleindienstRobert Sabat

Published in: The British journal of dermatology (2023)

HS leads to a substantial decrease in work ability and productivity and considerable loss of gross value added. Impairment during working hours correlates with disease severity, underlining the socioeconomic importance of early and adequate treatment. Furthermore, decreased work ability and productivity is linked to depressed mood and severe pain, aspects that need more attention in patient care.

Keyphrases

hidradenitis suppurativa
climate change
chronic pain
bipolar disorder
working memory
early onset
spinal cord injury
physical activity
combination therapy
replacement therapy