Do I Have Ankylosing Spondylitis?

Do you have frequent pain and stiffness in your lower back and buttocks?

Do you have tenderness at the base of your pelvis, which can make sitting on a hard chair uncomfortable?

Does your pain come on gradually over the course of a few weeks or months?

Do you have dull and diffuse pain?

Do you have pain and stiffness in your lower back and hips, especially in the morning and after periods of inactivity that lasts at least 30 minutes and then eases through the day or with activity?

Do you have a pain that wakes you in the night?

Do you have difficulty with activities that involve bending, twisting or turning?

Do you have a rigid spine that curves forward?

Do you have pain and stiffness in your neck?

Do you have a mild fever, loss of appetite, and general discomfort?

Do you feel fatigue?

Do your symptoms worsen, improve or stop at irregular intervals over time?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have ankylosing spondylitis. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis. It is an inflammatory disease that mainly affects the spine, causing inflammation of the spinal joints. Also, AS can affect other areas of the body such as the shoulders, hips, small joints of the hands and feet, and ribs. Ankylosing spondylitis causes severe, chronic pain and discomfort in the joints. It is more common in men then in women. The symptoms usually begin in early adulthood. The exact cause of AS is still unknown, but genetics seems to play an important role in the development of the disease.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have ankylosing spondylitis. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory condition that affects the bones in your spine called vertebrae. It is a chronic condition that usually starts in the sacroiliac joints that are located at the base of your spine (where the spine connects to the pelvis). Over time, AS can cause the parts of your spine to fuse together in a fixed position resulting in a hunched-forward posture. If AS affects the ribs, you may have difficulty breathing deeply. A diagnosing is based on a physical examination, imaging tests and lab tests.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Ankylosing spondylitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation in certain parts of your spine. The inflammation in the joints of your spine leads to back pain and stiffness. In some people, the symptoms may come and go, while others have persistent problems. In 40 percent of cases, AS affects the eyes, causing the eye inflammation called acute iritis. The treatment goal is to relieve pain, prevent complications and deformities of the spine. A combination of medication and exercise can help suppress inflammation, improve posture and slow the progression of the disease.