New Year...Hello everyone I just want to wish everyone on here a very happy, healthy New year. Thank you so much for messages...reactions30repliesCommunity SupportAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis
Does anyone having extremely bad tendonitis, in elbows, wrists, ankles...My family have no idea what pain Im in. Cant see it, does it exist. What is AS anyway ? Nobody has...reactions2repliesMisunderstood
Balancing rest and activity during a flare...Hi all, I have nr-axspa and am currently in the throes of a 12 day and counting flare up. It’s been so...reactions6repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
AxSpa and Sicca Syndrome...In the common sides effects of Humira, you can find a long list of things. I think I have Sicca syndrome, including...reactions9comments
Remission ...Being recently diagnosed with axial Spondyloarthritis last year I went to my Rumatology Dr and she said that I was in remission...reactions3replies
Doing Better With AS...Doing things can be difficult when you’ve got axial spondyloarthritis and fibromyalgia. Motivation is nothing compared to pain and fatigue. No matter...reactions1comment
Update Since I've Last Posted...So, a year ago I posted my rheumy at Mayo diagnosed me with AxSpa; however, I recently read his notes where he...reactions3replies
When Friendships Don’t Survive Your Chronic Illness...Lil and I met at work in our early 20s. She was hilarious and outrageous and we clicked instantly. Going anywhere with...reactions6comments
Another Year Older With AxSpa...Another year has passed and I made it through. Turning 36 years old, another year of AxSpa by my side. I thought...reactions4comments
Sex and AS: Position Pain Ratings and Tips for Pain Free Passion...Newsflash - people with chronic illnesses and disabilities enjoy sex too! You wouldn’t think it as a lot of the time we...reactions8comments
The Healing Power of Silliness...Any parent of a 4-year-old and 2-year old will admit that things tend to get pretty silly in their house. Add in...reactions1comment
When the Cost of Care Makes Access an Issue...When I was growing up, my family reserved hospital visits for emergencies that couldn't wait until the doctor's office opened in the...reactions4comments
Dealing With the Lack of Knowledge of AS in Healthcare...Before I was diagnosed with ankylosis spondylitis, I’d never heard of it. I spent a lot of time researching my condition, then...reactions4comments
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...reactions12repliesSymptomsCommunity Support
Anyone else have Passive Suicidal Ideations?...I have noticed more PSI as my disease progresses. I already have Anhedonia, but the thought of just dying by some means...reactions3repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisMental Health
My 4 Arthritis Self-Care Basics...Self-care makes up a substantial portion of our quality of life, especially for those of us living with arthritis. However, similar to...reactions5comments
Why I’m Not on a Biologic...There’s a conversation my rheumatologist and I have on replay at every appointment I attend. It starts with my doctor sharing the...reactions5comments
Newly diagnosed Ankylosing Spondylitis...Hi all 👋 I hope you're all doing well. I wanted to seek some advice on my recent AS diagnosis. I dont...reactions4replies
Reducing Medication Intake Is My Agenda Whilst Living With AxSpa...After my diagnosis I visited doctors to seek advice, discuss treatment recommendations, and find ways to cope with AxSpa symptoms. From the...reactions13comments
Uvitis ...So my eye Dr said that I have degenerative charges to my vision my vision is blurry and a symptom that I've...reactions10repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis Comorbidities
