What biologic are you taking?I know everyone doesn't take biologics. But I'm curious of those who do. I started with Cimzia, it didn't work for me and I had terrible side effects. I was...Reactions 0 reactions Comments29 repliesTreatmentCommunity Support
Diagnosis in QuestionHi everyone, I am wondering if anyone else has ever been in this situation. My diagnosis has kept evolving over the past year due to lots of inconclusive or negative...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesTreatmentDiagnosisNon-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis
Pain meds and stomach pains Hey guys! I’m just wondering if pain medication gives you an upset stomach? I’m prescribed Tramadol, I try not to take it that often as I find it doesn’t help...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesFlare ManagementTreatmentTips & Advice
Have you had your booster vaccine?I'm getting my third vaccine tomorrow! I'm hoping that I'm not as sick as I was with the last two. I would love to hear your experiences if you've had...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesCommunity SupportSide EffectsTreatment
Gastrointestinal issues and ASIs there anyone here comfortable sharing experiences with testing for GI issues/ has been diagnosed with IBD or Crohns following an AS diagnosis? What tests did you have to have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesComorbiditiesCopingTreatment
Does anyone get spinal injections?Do you get spinal injections? If so, do they help and which injections do you get...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesFlare ManagementHealthcare TeamTreatment
How long did it take for you to be diagnosed?Let me know below how long it took between your symptoms starting and getting your diagnosis? I feel very lucky that I was diagnosed within a year of my symptoms...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesDiagnosisNon-Radiographic Axial SpondyloarthritisTreatment
Diagnosis What's in a name? I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis in 2007. Scine then various Rheumatologists and Dr's, have offered up other Diagnosis'. Some have suggested Psoriatic Arthritis, as I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTreatmentInsurance & DisabilityDiagnosis
How many biologics have you tried until you found the right one for you?We are all different. One thing I've learned about AxSpa is there is a lot of trial and error with finding what works for you. Have you tried more than...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesFlare ManagementTreatment
If you used Humira, how long did it take to work for you — any side effects?I started humira a few years ago and came off it a few months later after bouts of shingles and infections. I fear it didn't work because I came off...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesTreatmentSide Effects
