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Risk factors
By Mayo Clinic staffAnyone can develop hidradenitis suppurativa — it occurs equally among all races and ethnic groups. But based on what's currently known, the following factors appear to be more commonly associated with the disease:
- Sex. Women are more likely to develop hidradenitis suppurativa. Why this occurs is unknown.
- Age. Hidradenitis suppurativa usually occurs between puberty and age 40. It rarely affects children, but can occur in adults older than 40.
- Genetic factors. Having a family history of hidradenitis suppurativa increases your risk of developing the disease.
