Ankylosing spondylitis, an inflammatory form of arthritis, primarily impacts the spine, but it can also affect other areas of the body, such as the ribs. According to the Spondylitis Association ...
TNF-blocking agents have proven very effective against ankylosing spondylitis in many patients, but can produce severe adverse effects and are ineffective in 30% of those treated. Researchers in ...
Several studies have shown that tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-blockers are safe and effective short-term treatments for ankylosing spondylitis. Two open-label extension studies, published in Annals ...
Having ankylosing spondylitis means taking time for therapy, medical appointments, and other responsibilities, which can leave little time for self-care. Your self-care plan should involve ...
Doctors use a number of different names for ankylosing spondylitis. Each one describes a phase or stage of the disease. As you manage your ankylosing spondylitis, the last thing you need is for ...
A 56-year-old man who suffered from chronic back pain for over 30 years due to Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) has found relief after a successful treatment at a Mumbai hospital. Diagnosed with the ...
Welcome, everyone. I'm Dr. John Whyte, the chief medical officer at WebMD. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that causes pain and stiffness in your spine. It usually starts in your ...