How is Ankylosing spondylitis treated?

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Updated: 8/19/2019

Physical therapists use exercises to prevent a stooped posture and breathing problems when the spine starts to fuse. Back braces may be used to prevent continued deformity of the spine and ribs

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Is ankylosing spondylitis an autoimmune disease?

Yes, ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease.

What is rheumatoid spondylitis also called?

Ankylosing spondylitis

What other condition is Ankylosing spondylitis often mistaken for?

Ankylosing spondylitis is often confused with mechanical back pain in its early stages.

Can ankylosing spondylitis cause chronic low back pain?

Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that causes chronic pain in the back.

What type of doctor treats ankylosing spondylitis?

A rheumatologist

Can ankylosing spondylitis be prevented?

There is no known way to prevent AS.

Who on motley crew has ankylosing spondylitis?

Mick Mars

What body positions make ankylosing spondylitis hurt more?

The pain of ankylosing spondylitis is made worse by sitting or lying down and improves when the patient gets up.

What term means inflammation of the vertebrae?

Spondylitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of the backbone.

Is ankylosing spondylitis more prevalent in male or females?

Males

What gene is seen in Ankylosing spondylitis cases?

HLA-B27

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