What foods make you flare?It seems like everyone has certain food(s) they avoid because it can trigger symptom flares. What foods or drinks have you removed from your diet to reduce inflammation and pain?...reactions9repliesDiet & NutritionFlare Management
Tell us you have axial spondyloarthritis without saying you have axial spondyloarthritis…Feel comfortable sharing or venting as you would like....reactions1reply
Restless Legs AnyoneI’ve been feeling so much better of course still with some not so good days, but my meds working, I’ve decided to start adding back exercise. Funny thing is all...reactions6repliesExerciseCopingSleep
Looking for suggestions regarding diagnosisHello, Thank you for this wonderful group. I recently went to a rheumatologist. He had X-rays done and blood work. X-rays showed some arthritis but doctor wasn't too concerned. Blood...reactions9repliesDiagnosis
Are You Taking Biologics? Many people in this group are on biologic injections. Some have tried multiple types. Have you been on biologics in the past or currently? How are things going?...reactions8repliesTreatmentSide Effects
Has you Rheumatologist Allowed You Try Their Sample Medicines?All Physicians are flooded with Samples of Medications for Free. I went to a top rated Dr. who loved collecting money but didn’t really want to help me. After 5...reactions13replies
Muscle painI read a lot about back pain, but being newly diagnosed I'm confused about the tendon, ligament and muscle involvement. I haven't been started on meds yet and my primary...reactions11repliesCoping
Have you and your employer discussed workplace accommodations due to your AxSpA?Working with a chronic condition like AxSpA can require changes in the workplace, reduced or changed hours, or even switching jobs. What have you found helpful from your employer or...reactions6repliesWork & Employment
Have you ever been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis or experienced any type of bladder issues with your AS?This week I was diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis. I have heard people in the community mention they have bladder issues, and upon further research learned that sometimes IC is linked...reactions10replies
Plantar fasciitis from ASHello everyone. First time on. I was diagnosed with AS 3 years ago. I am currently in the middle of an acute flare up which has badly affected my feet...reactions2replies
