Are you diagnosed with AS or AxSpa?
There are 2 types of axSpA: radiographic and non-radiographic.
Radiographic axSpA (r-axSpA or AS)
In radiographic axSpA, inflammation, and bone damage are visible on X-rays. This is most commonly called ankylosing spondylitis (AS).
Non-radiographic axSpA (nr-axSpA)
When inflammation and bone damage are not seen on an X-rays, the condition is called non-radiographic axSpA.
Lately I have a lot of pain in both hips which sent me to the emergency room ,urgent care and
to see my primary doctor. All this, and after much testing, I received pain pills!
I’m getting through the days. I feel better and able to be more productive in my life.
Hi Kathy, I plan to call my rheumatologist to confirm my
hip pain is from my back A.S. or arthritis. I need a diagnosis.
After all I’ve been through I want to know what is wrong with me.
E.D.
I hope you receive a diagnosis quickly, so you can be treated properly. All the best, Kathy (Team member)
AS
I have been getting good treatment but recently lost my job so I lost my insurance and about to run out of medication. I need to reach out to my Hyrimoz nurse to see what can be done without insurance.
At home I have support of my family when I need it. Sometimes they don't understand why I cancel doing things but deep down I hope they understand. Being off work though has helped so much I wish I didn't need to work. I am the breadwinner though because my husband has dealt with Pancreatic cancer and is now in remission thankfully. He is not up for the challenge of a full time job though.
Thank you for asking.I hope your nurse at Hyrimoz can help you with the costs. It really is a struggle with the expenses of any chronic illness. Here's an article that may give you some ideas on where else you can look for help with the costs. I'm glad you have a supportive family. That can make all the difference. Warmly, Kathy (Team member)
AS
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