Kinda LostSuper frustrated and feeling down lately. Here's a bit of my story since I've been a lurker for quite some time now and finally jumped in. I'm looking for some...reactions9repliesCommunity Support
X-Ray Interpretations May VarySame series of X-rays, two very different viewpoints. The X-ray report from the radiologist said "mild degeneration of the SI joint". A musculoskeletal radiologist in the same clinic, in person...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
Chilling Effects: AS/AxSpa and Cold Weather DiscussionsAs the weather turns colder, many people living with AS/AxSpa experience unique challenges and considerations. Cold weather can have a significant impact on our daily lives and overall well-being. How...reactions20repliesTips & AdviceCommunity SupportSymptoms
When it’s cold? I try my hardest to keep warm. I have good days and bad days. Sometimes I don’t know what to do to keep warm. I hate to disturb my partner...reactions12repliesSymptomsCommunity Support
How long did you experience symptoms before being diagnosed?Many people experience symptoms of AxSpA for quite some time before being diagnosed. Some people are misdiagnosed, while others are dismissed as having simply back pain. What was your experience...reactions14replies
Undiagnosed but in painFor context I live in the U.K. and while the NHS are brilliant and free, the waiting lists and pressure on them leaves them limited in some ways. I am...reactions5repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis Mental HealthTips & Advice
Hope is dwindling away…I have had LBP (now realising very much in keeping with AS symptoms) for the last 5 or 6 years, I’ve been to see countless physios that have given me...reactions3repliesNon-Radiographic Axial SpondyloarthritisDiagnosisMisunderstood
Bed topper for AxSpaHi I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a bed topper to assist with pain and discomfort whilst sleeping. I find my sleep is quite disturbed and wake...reactions3repliesSleepPainsomnia Tips & Advice
HelpI’ve had this flare for the past 6 months.. despite weekly biological injections and starting methotrexate 2 months ago, my condition progresses. My spine, SI joints, peripheral joints, my eyes...reactions3repliesCoping
