Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often: Adverse event: an...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial Participation...Every clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment Option...When you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
My Nighttime Routine For Emergency Situations...The summer of 2019 was the most stressful time of my life. I put The Dude (my elderly uncle and Ward) on...reactions2comments
Finding an AS Community Who Understands...I'm glad to have found a community that knows what I'm going through. I have been diagnosed with AS (Ankylosing Spondylitis). I...reactions2comments
Ankylosing Spondylitis? What Is This?...I was diagnosed about 15 years ago. I always saw it listed but never really knew what it was. Now as I’m...reactionscomments
My Bloodwork is Negative...Hi, I just had the blood test. I tested negative, but I know it doesn't show up sometimes. I did test positive...reactionscomments
It Hurts and It's Life-Changing...I grew up having severe growing pains that continued into my 50's. I finally went to the doctor to be diagnosed with...reactionscomments
Terrible Pain from Ankylosing Spondylitis...I am a 51 yr old female. My whole life has been turned upside from this! Not only do I suffer regularly...reactions1comment
Newly Diagnosed: Don't Know What to Expect...I am newly diagnosed with AS I also have Lupus SLE. Well, my daughter was diagnosed with AS. She is 19 years...reactionscomments
Newly diagnosed with AS...When I was about 15 years old I went to an orthopedic doctor who told me that when I reach 35 years...reactions1comment
My Journey of Medical Madness...I am 45 years old and have ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn's disease, chronic migraine, and autonomic neuropathy, among other things. Right now I...reactionscomments
Family Affair!...I watched my grandmother and mom suffering from fatigue, Dr visits, meds and chronic pain for many years. Thirty years ago it...reactionscomments
The Longest, Crazy Journey...For years, I have seen so many doctors just to be told, it is all in your head. Sure I get various...reactions2comments
My Story Isn't Over Yet....I'm just beginning this journey, so this is all new to me. Although the pain I have lived with for years is...reactions1comment
Modern Medicine Turned My Life Around...I started showing signs at age 19 I owe it to modern medicine for turning my life around. Those initial months taking...reactions1comment
Having AS and Always Fighting for Yourself...I'm writing this article to air a frustration I have with something a lot of us with AS have to deal with...reactionscomments
Trying to Find Out If I Have Ankylosing Spondylitis...I have an appt with my Dr to check and see if this is what I've been suffering with for years. I'm...reactions1comment
Soooo Tired...I had a really rough week! I'm so sick and tired of being sick and tired. I’m a nurse and in all...reactions1comment
