How did your A.S diagnosis affect you?I had an idea that I might have A.S through my own research when doctors wouldn't help me. When I actually put A.S out of my mind and decided not...reactions10repliesNewly Diagnosed CopingDiagnosis
AS Diagnosis revoked...?!Hello friends, Been I while since I've been on here but I need some outside perspectives! I was diagnosed with AS about a year ago. At the time I was...reactions9repliesDiagnosis
12 months in and Neuropathic pain driving me mentalAfter finding a new med that worked better then Humira for me my AS bamboo spine started to settle but for last 4 months it started a burning sensation in...reactions3repliesCoping
Failed SIJ steroid injectionsHello! I received my first SIJ steroid injections 21 March, and, to be honest, fully expected to feel some relief, at least a couple days post-injections. Not the case, however...reactions4repliesTreatmentFlares Alternative Treatment
Is it time to change Dr? Hello all you wonderful people. I’m new here. I hope your pain is ok today. I’ve been with pain management for 16 years now. Main issue is AS with all...reactions3repliesMental HealthDiagnosisCaregiving
How do others cope with pain?Been recently diagnosed with AS. I used to be a full time support worker for the elderly until my symptoms flared and left me in bed the past 7 months...reactions9repliesMental HealthCopingNewly Diagnosed
AS & Covid VaccinesHi Everyone, I am new to this forum. I was diagnosed with AS when I was 28 (now 44). I had a really bad year when I was diagnosed, to...reactions2repliesSide EffectsDiet & NutritionFlares
Overdoing I'm somewhat out of the sling after my two weeks post-op checkup at the surgeon's office. So, of course, I wound up overdoing it this weekend (not that I did...reactions8repliesSurgeryCoping
Losing Weight With ASDiet, and exercise.. that's what people tell us. But, how do you lose weight and keep in shape when low energy and pain makes working out and cooking difficult?...reactions12repliesTips & AdviceExerciseDiet & Nutrition
FOMOAS can cause us to cancel plans, sit out on participating in activities, and miss out on things we might otherwise not have. This can strain friendships, relationships, and loving...reactions28repliesCopingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
