AS and AsthmaI all, I am new here and would love to hear your take if this applies to anyone. I have been diagnosed for over a year and taking biologics since...reactions1replyComorbidities
Spondylosis how is it different from ASI was diagnosed with spondylosis years ago. Is that the beginning of AS? What symptoms, my back is in really bad shape, stenosis, scoliosis, 5 disc's herniated and or bulging..I...reactions2repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
How can I get diagnosed?I have many of the symptoms but have not been diagnosed. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2006, but none of my doctors seem to want to follow-up with me...reactions2repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosisHealthcare Team
Pregnancy & ASThis is a space to discuss all things pregnancy and AS! -What is/was your experience like being pregnant and diagnosed with AS? What tips or advice would you share with...reactions1replyFriends & FamilyTips & AdviceIntimacy & Relationships
How soon they forget I have ASI'm a little frustrated..o.k., a LOT frustrated. Once I got answers after too many yrs of searching for an answer to 'why am I tired, why do I need another...reactions1replyCopingMisunderstood Friends & Family
LASIKHas anyone here with AS ever had LASIK eye surgery? I would like the details. I am researching and considering it for myself....reactionsreplies
Have you had trouble accessing methotrexate since Roe v. Wade was overturned?Some arthritis patients are reporting trouble accessing methotrexate, a well-established arthritis drug, since abortion became illegal in some states in June. While methotrexate is FDA-approved to treat inflammatory forms of...reactions1reply
Pain shamingHas anyone gone to doctors or physical therapists and they basically shame you for your pain? I had a nasty flare and could barely walk. I was using a rollator...reactions4repliesTreatmentExercise
Biologic treatment and multiple sclerosisHello! This is not a very cheerful topic, but I'd be very appreciative if anyone can share their experience. I began taking Cimzia (a biologic) for my Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)...reactions5repliesSymptomsSide EffectsTreatment
Conflict between rheumatologists and feeling hopeless My mum tried to switch me to another rheumatologist due to the fact with my first one it was hard to contact them at all between appointments, to discuss if...reactions5repliesDepressionHealthcare TeamMisunderstood