Ankylosing spondylitis Infusion Therapy

Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease primarily affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints, causing pain, stiffness, and potential fusion of vertebrae over time. It typically begins in early adulthood, affects more men than women, and is associated with the HLA-B27 gene. Treatment focuses on managing pain, maintaining mobility, and slowing disease progression through medications, exercise, and physical therapy.

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Symptoms

Symptoms

Symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis include:

Lower back pain and stiffness
Pain in buttocks and hips
Neck pain
Fatigue
Reduced flexibility in spine
Pain and stiffness in other joints
Difficulty breathing (in advanced cases)
Eye inflammation (uveitis)
Loss of appetite
Mild fever

Symptoms often worsen with rest and improve with activity. The disease typically progresses slowly, with periods of flares and remission.

Treatment Options

Treatment options for ankylosing spondylitis:

Medications: NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologics
Physical therapy and exercise
Heat/cold therapy
Lifestyle changes: posture, diet, smoking cessation
Surgery (rare cases)
Alternative therapies: acupuncture, massage
Regular monitoring

Treatment aims to manage pain, maintain mobility, and slow progression.

Living With

Living with ankylosing spondylitis involves managing symptoms through regular exercise, maintaining good posture, taking prescribed medications, attending physical therapy, and working closely with healthcare providers to monitor disease progression and adjust treatment as needed.