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Ankylosing spondylitis (say "ang-kill-LOH-sing spawn-duh-LY-tus") also called as Bechtrews disease is a long-term form of arthritis
The cause is unknown, but it may run in families. Most people with ankylosing spondylitis are born with a certain
This disease causes mild to severe pain in the low back and buttocks that is often worse in early morning-Morning Stiffness. Some people have more pain in other areas, such as the hips or heels. The pain usually gets better slowly as you move around and are active. Ankylosing spondylitis most often begins anywhere from the teenage years through the 30s. Duration of symptoms is usually more than 6 months.
It gets worse slowly over time as swelling of the ligaments, tendons, and joints of the spine cause the bones of the spine to
It gets worse slowly over time as swelling of the ligaments, tendons, and joints of the spine cause the bones of the spine to
The early signs of this disease-dull pain in the low back and buttocks-are common. Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and if they have become worse over time. Your doctor will also ask if you have a family history of this joint disease or others like it.
Your doctor may do several tests if he or she thinks that you have ankylosing spondylitis. You may have an X-ray, a test for the HLA-B27 gene, or an
Your doctor may do several tests if he or she thinks that you have ankylosing spondylitis. You may have an X-ray, a test for the HLA-B27 gene, or an
