How do you feel near injection week?I have noticed the week before injection is the hardest. I start to notice more stiffness, more pain, brain fog, increased fatigue, start to feel more down. I am on...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesTips & AdviceAwarenessFlare Management
Walking helpsSo I'm on methotrexate celebrex and prednisone for akalosing spondylitis I've been seeing an rumatology dr since November and on meds since January and I was originally diagnosed with this...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesExerciseCopingFlare Management
Partner seeking tipsHi everyone. My partner is a fellow sufferer of anky/axial and over the past few weeks or so she has been suffering quite a bit more with her flare ups...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesAssistive DevicesCaregivingFlare Management
Boney protrusion on crest of back hip bone I'm fairly new at this game and I worry about my health alot and this am I woke up and felt pain in my lower back and I felt right...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesDiagnosisFlare ManagementNewly Diagnosed
Do you have periods of random remission that are unexplained?I’ve been experiencing very low disease activity despite being somewhat stressed, traveling a lot, and not always eating the best. It’s so strange. And maybe I’m going to be jinxing...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesFlare ManagementSymptomsDiet & Nutrition
FeaturedHow do seasonal changes affect your AxSpA/AS?Do changes in the weather or seasonal changes affect your AxSpA or AS? Are there particular seasons, types of weather situation, or climates that ease or exacerbate your symptoms?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments21 repliesWeatherFlare Management
FlaresHow long was your longest flare? Is it normal for it to be years long?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments22 repliesFlare Management
How do you support yourself during the flare? Often I am very hard on myself during a flare. I realize now that I shouldn't be. I need to be kind to myself and my body. I need to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesCopingTips & AdviceFlare Management
Leg painHi, I’m wondering if anyone gets severe shin pain with this disease. Why?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesFlare ManagementSymptoms
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