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In this systematic review, we evaluated the quality and readability of HS-related information across artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content, search-\u00adengine-derived resources and social media platforms. A comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library and Google Scholar identified 17 studies published between 2017 and 2024 that assessed HS-related online content using validated scoring tools and\/or physician evaluation. More than 50% of studies rated online HS materials as variable in quality, with 36% rating them as moderate. Readability \u00adassessments revealed that most resources exceeded the recommended sixth-grade to eighth-grade school level, limiting accessibility for patients. Social media platforms, particularly TikTok and YouTube, featured highly engaging but frequently inaccurate or anecdotal content, with physician-generated materials receiving lower engagement than nonmedical resources. These findings highlight the critical need for simplified, \u00adevidence-based online resources to improve health literacy and support informed decision-making by patients with HS. The prevalence of misinformation, particularly regarding alternative treatments and pharmaceutical scepticism, underscores the urgent need to develop enhanced patient education strategies. 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