Active 5 days agoWhat symptoms of AS do you experience? Chronic, long-term back pain is one of the most commonly reported health problems in the United States. Not surprisingly, back pain is also the most reported symptom by people living...Reactions 0 reactions Comments103 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis Symptoms
Chilling Effects: AS/AxSpa and Cold Weather DiscussionsAs the weather turns colder, many people living with AS/AxSpa experience unique challenges and considerations. Cold weather can have a significant impact on our daily lives and overall well-being. How...Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 repliesTips & AdviceCommunity SupportSymptoms
When it’s cold? I try my hardest to keep warm. I have good days and bad days. Sometimes I don’t know what to do to keep warm. I hate to disturb my partner...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 repliesSymptomsCommunity Support
Dismissive doctorsHas anyone else tried to explain the severity of symptoms like severe fatigue and pain to their doctor, and were having trouble being able to work, and were met with...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesFatigue SymptomsWork & Employment
How do you deal with heel pain?I was wondering how y’all deal with heel pain? Two months ago I had a pulmonary embolism and I am now on blood thinners and can no longer take NSAIDs...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesSymptoms
AxSpa symptoms and menstrual cycleI have started to have pain in my left hip sometimes since beginning of Summer. It will be on and off, and worse at night or after the night, I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesSymptomsNon-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis
Are you feeling fatigued? How do you manage it? Unfortunately, fatigue is a part of living with AS. Learning ways to manage your fatigue can be a game-changer and help you live a happier, more rested life....Reactions 0 reactions Comments30 repliesSymptomsTips & AdviceSide Effects
Do you experience gut issues with your AS or AxSpa? People with axSpA are more likely to get inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) than those without it. IBD includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. These conditions can cause digestive tract damage...Reactions 0 reactions Comments98 repliesComorbidities SymptomsSide Effects
Does anyone else have muscle spasms?I was diagnosed 2 years ago with nr Axspa I am currently on Humira and it’s working well! I have has terrible muscle spasms in my thighs,shins,tops and sides of...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesSymptomsCommunity Support
Do you get muscle spasms?Biologics have helped my over all stiffness, pain and fatigue. I'm still in pain and have fatigue but nothing compared to before! One thing that has not gotten any better...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesSymptomsTips & AdviceFlare Management