A Case of Pemphigus Vulgaris and Hidradenitis Suppurativa: May Systemic Steroids Be Considered in the Standard Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa?

Abstract

<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> Recent studies have demonstrated a correlation between pemphigus and hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). <b><i>Case Presentation:</i></b> Here, we report the case of a 58-year-old man affected by HS for about 30 years who was found to have lesions attributable to pemphigus during a checkup. <b><i>Discussion/Conclusion:</i></b> There are few data in the literature on the use of systemic corticosteroids for the two diseases, and our article wants to be a food for thought on the management and treatment of these diseases.