Active yesterdayAre 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...Reactions0reactionsComments43 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis Diagnosis
Active yesterdayFamily history Hi everyone I know we all have our different views on biology medicine and would never tell anyone or expect anyone to tell me what to do. I live in...Reactions0reactionsComments112 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
Active 3 days agoBurning sensation Hi. Im new to this group. I have burning sensations all over my legs and arms. My rheumatologist just dismisses me. Does anyone else experience this?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
Active 7 days agoBalancing rest and activity during a flareHi all, I have nr-axspa and am currently in the throes of a 12 day and counting flare up. It’s been so tough, as I know everyone in this community...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
Active 8 days agoPain on walkingHi everyone. I am new here! Only formally diagnosed yesterday, after at least 7 years of being dismissed. I am laid wide awake uncomfortable in bed and questioning my diagnosis...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
Active 8 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...Reactions0reactionsComments158 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis Symptoms
Active 8 days agoWhat is the scariest symptom or complications of axSpa?Getting an axSpa diagnosis and experiencing the symptoms can be truly frightening. In your opinion, what is the scariest symptom or complication of axSpa?...Reactions0reactionsComments24 repliesSymptomsAxial Spondyloarthritis Ankylosing Spondylitis
Returning to normal following lower spine surgery - starting PTLiving with AS can present unique challenges, but incorporating physical therapy techniques, especially following major surgery, can help improve flexibility, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. Let's share...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis ExerciseSurgery
Injection v InfusionMy doctor and I are discussing switching from my Cosentyx injection to a monthly infusion. We believe the “one dose fits all” of the injections may be too harsh on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis Ankylosing SpondylitisTreatment
Mental healthI am 32 years old and was diagnosed in 2021, I am still trying to process the diagnosis and trial and error medication which has left me in a debilitating...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis CopingDepression
