How to Find the Right Rheumatologist for Axial SpondyloarthritisPeople who have chronic health conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (AS) or axial spondyloarthritis (AxSpa) might be advised by their regular doctor or...2 min read
Yes, Ankylosing Spondylitis Pain is That BadI'm naturally a highly empathic person. In my research of ankylosing spondylitis, I kept reading about the chronic pain but wanted to...2 min read
My Experience With a Severe Sjogren’s Syndrome FlareA few years ago, I presented with blurry vision and a weird sensation of people moving away from me while I looked...3 min read
Coping with an Axial Spondyloarthritis Flare That Won't EndI'm in another endless axial spondyloarthritis flare (again). How long will this one last? The days have gone by so fast. I'm...2 min read
Three Ways I Overcame Anxiety About (Another) DiagnosisAs I sat in that sterile conference room, awaiting confirmation from my genetic counselor, I couldn't help but feel detached from the...3 min read
The Strobe Light Effect: What People Get Wrong About Chronic IllnessI was watching a cop show the other day, and one of those “drug-addled club” scenes came on. You know, the one...4 min read
5 Signs An Ankylosing Spondylitis Flare Is ComingWhen an ankylosing spondylitis flare-up is about to happen, there are a few tell-tale signs I always experience. I’ve had ankylosing spondylitis...3 min read