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The apocrine gland continues to secrete its protein-rich fluid, but the duct is blocked. The gland and its duct dilate, creating a palpable nodule.

The stagnant, proteinaceous environment promotes overgrowth of commensal bacteria (e.g., Corynebacterium , coagulase-negative staphylococci, and in later stages, anaerobic species). The immune system responds with a Th1 and Th17 inflammatory cascade, releasing IL-17, TNF-α, and IL-1β. clogged sweat gland in armpit

| Stage | Clinical Findings | Reversibility | |-------|-------------------|----------------| | | Isolated, single or multiple abscesses/nodules without sinus tracts or scarring. | Often reversible with medical therapy. | | Hurley II | Recurrent abscesses with sinus tracts and scarring. Widely separated lesions. | Partially reversible; surgery may be needed. | | Hurley III | Diffuse involvement with multiple interconnected sinus tracts, extensive scarring, and chronic drainage. | Irreversible; requires wide excision. | The apocrine gland continues to secrete its protein-rich