Let's Talk About Sex!With a chronic illness like ankylosing spondylitis, sex might be hard. The pain and stiffness from your disease might make you feel...reactionscomments
5 Ways I Relieve Pain in My Achilles HeelMy Achilles heel is literally my Achilles heel. An aspect of AS that is often overlooked is foot pain. AS can cause...reactions19comments
Living With Axial Spondyloarthritis & FibromyalgiaWhen you live with axial spondyloarthritis, the pain is constant. Not to mention the brain fog, extreme fatigue, stiffness, trouble sleeping, and...reactions2comments
Adapting To the Disappearance Of Restful SleepIt feels like common knowledge that the right amount of sleep can help with productivity, brain functioning, and maybe even help you...reactions6comments
Shower Tips for Ankylosing Spondylitis Pain and FatigueOne of the things I struggle most with due to ankylosing spondylitis and fibromyalgia is taking a shower. What used to be...reactions33comments
Managing Period Pain and Ankylosing Spondylitis FlaresWhenever my period is on its way, I know the true (monthly) battle is beginning. Not only do I contend with the...reactions16comments
What My Body Tells Me Before an Ankylosing Spondylitis Flare-upLiving with ankylosing spondylitis means dealing with flare-ups. I am not symptom free, so the level of symptoms I am used to...reactions12comments
How I Fight Against Medical Impostor Syndrome As an AxSpA PatientThe chairs in the rheumatology waiting room are cushier than most. I walk towards one with hesitation – feeling out of place...reactions7comments
My Experience with Medical Gaslighting and Ableism from DoctorsAbout a year ago, I switched family doctors because my last one was ableist and rude towards me. I thought that I...reactions29comments
My Experience Using Low Dose Naltrexone for Ankylosing SpondylitisIt’s been just over two years since I started taking Low Dose Naltrexone to help manage my AS. LDN is a somewhat...reactions17comments
The Link Between Interstitial Cystitis and Ankylosing SpondylitisTwo weeks ago, I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis. You know what they say about autoimmune conditions...you can't just have one, and...reactions14comments
Experiencing "FOMO" While Living With Chronic PainChronic pain entered my life while I was a student-athlete in college. This is a time when most people discover independence and...reactions1comment
What an Ankylosing Spondylitis Flare Really Feels LikeIf you don’t deal with chronic pain or illness, you’re probably wondering what it’s actually like to experience a flare-up. Lucky for...reactions55comments
What Chronic Fatigue From an Illness Feels LikeThe concept of a "rest day" never really crossed my mind until I found myself experiencing serious ankylosing spondylitis fatigue. About a...reactions1comment
Ankylosing Spondylitis vs Osteoarthritis: How to Tell the DifferenceInflammatory back pain refers to pain and stiffness that comes along with an autoimmune condition such as ankylosing spondylitis. Wear-and-tear osteoarthritis and...reactions15comments
Stretch Your Way to Costochondritis Pain ReliefCostochondritis is a condition that causes pain in the chest area. It usually happens when the cartilage around your ribs gets inflamed...reactions16comments
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...reactions7comments
Living With Mental Health: A Personal JourneyAs a young lad my dad always told me, "Boys don’t cry." My mum too, would also comfort me. "Come on now...reactionscomments
Combatting Chronic Fatigue: 4 Ways to Cope with Physical SymptomsAside from the general knowledge of being absolutely exhausted all of the time, chronic fatigue is more than just feeling tired. In...reactions9comments
Fatigue-Busting Tips for Ankylosing SpondylitisWhen I'm in the throes of an ankylosing spondylitis (AS) flare-up, the fatigue is through the roof. We're talking about getting up...reactions5comments
