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Ankylosing spondylitis is a long-term disease that causes inflammation of the joints between the spinal bones and the joints between the spine and the pelvis. It eventually causes the affected spinal bones to join toget... |
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Symptoms
The disease starts with hip or low back pain that comes and goes and is worse at night, in the morning, or after inac...
Causes
It affects more males than females. Risk factors include a family history of ankylosing spondylitis and male gender.
Treatments
Your doctor may prescribe nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to reduce inflammation and pain. Corticostero...
Complications
Damage of bone and cartilage can lead to fusing of joints in the spine or other areas, which can interfere with your ...
Prevention
Prevention is unknown. Awareness of risk factors may allow early detection and treatment.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis or if you have ankylosing spondylitis a...
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