What do you feel is the biggest misconception about axSpa?AxSpa is an invisible illness, which means others never really get the full picture of what’s actually happening. What do you feel is the biggest misconception about axSpa?...reactions5repliesAwareness
AS/AxSpa Treatment ExperiencesWe invite you to discuss and share your personal journey with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) or Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpa) treatments. Whether you've tried medications, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, or other therapies...reactions12repliesTreatmentAwarenessCommunity Support
What early signs did you experience that may have indicated you had axSpa?Many folks with axSpa have early warning signs that they don't initially pick up on but later realize they are symptoms of axSpa. Did you have any early warning signs...reactions7repliesAwarenessSymptomsDiagnosis
What are the most challenging aspects of living with an invisible illness?Living with axSpa presents unique challenges that often go unnoticed by those around us. This discussion forum is dedicated to exploring the complexities of managing a condition that isn't always...reactions6repliesAwarenessCommunity Support
Always Getting Similar Sicknesses?For those of us on immunosuppressants, getting ill and staying ill for a longer amount of time is unfortunately sometimes a regular occurrence. But I was wondering if anybody here...reactions4repliesTreatmentAwarenessSide Effects
Medication experiencesI was wondering what medication people are on that has helped with pain and stiffness? I have been given a choice of three types, the Rinvoq is cheaper and more...reactions5repliesAwarenessAnkylosing SpondylitisSide Effects
Gaslighting by Medical Professionalsdoctors wanting you to think it's all inside your head!...reactions2repliesMisunderstood AwarenessMental Health
Do you know anyone else (in person) who has the same condition as you?I don't know anyone else, apart from my online friends, who have this condition. I'm curious to see if you do....reactions12repliesAwarenessCommunity SupportFriends & Family
Conflicting results of blood workHey all. I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) in July 2021 after experiencing hallmark symptoms (including bilateral sacroiliitis) since November 2020. I have always found it curious that I...reactions3repliesAwareness
Cannabis strain for severe pain Heya, I'm so tired with finding the best cannabis CBD hybrid (preferable 1:1 ratio) strain for both - day and night use. I suffer from: - ankylosing spondylitis, - fibromyalgia...reactions15repliesAlternative TreatmentAwarenessMedical Marijuana