Why don’t we have a live chat feature?Surely there are people who need to talk to others more frequently....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAnkylosing Spondylitis
biologics or steroids and having AnkylosingSpondylitis.If you’re not on biologics or steroids right now and fully vaccinated with regards to my AS am I classed as immune suppressed? Also is my immune system over active...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAnkylosing Spondylitis
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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments30 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis Diagnosis
Calcium supplements if you have AS?I have been told I have osteopenia - the beginnings of osteoporosis. Is taking a Calcium ssupplement safe if you already have fusion in your spine? I exercise regularly, but...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTips & AdviceAnkylosing SpondylitisComorbidities
Anyone else have taste and appetite changes?Hello! As soon as I got my first infusion, my taste changed. I described many things as tasting like “dirty lake water”. It use to last for a week or...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisDiet & NutritionFlares
Diagnosis I have an elevated ANA and was referred to a rheumatologist who discovered I am HLA B27 positive. After taking X rays she said I have bony spurs on my...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAnkylosing Spondylitis
Close to losing my jobI work in a school in an early years classroom. Last year I was referred for an occupational health assessment. The report suggested adjustments to my hours, duties and extra...Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisWork & Employment
How Does the Changing Weather Impact Your AS/AxSpA?How does the changing weather impact your AS/AxSpA?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis Ankylosing SpondylitisWeather
Traveling to third world countries tips?Have you traveled to places like Mexico or the Dominican Republic? I know the water is not good. So what do you do? Even before being on a biologic I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesTravelAnkylosing Spondylitis
ankylosing spondylitis Hi how are you? i was diagnosed almost 2 years ago after suffering for years... i was put on hulio 40mg weekly for 6 months worked like a dream, until...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis