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can i cure my ankylosing spondylitis with anything?

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We wish: We dont have a cure for ankylosing spondylitis    we have program to treat but not cure ankylosing spondylitis. These include NSAID and biological. Exercise and physical therapy are important to round out the program, .

Question 2

can ankylosing spondylitis be cured?

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No: This is an inflammation of the facets of the spine, the sacroiliac joint and rib facets related to an inherited deficiency of bodily antigen (termed hla b27). Treatment is very helpful and it tends to be episodic.  The spondylitis part is when the facts fuse causing stiffness of the spine.  You should be under the care of a rheumatologist for this.

Question 3

how to tell if my ankylosing spondylitis is cured or not ?

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No cure: These is no known "cure" for this condition but many medications can slow or halt the progression of the disease and reduce the associated symptoms.

Question 4

what is ankylosing spondylitis , what are the causes and cure?

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No cure. Good Rx.: As is a hereditable arthritis that effects  the spine and sij.. It is strongly asociated with the hla-b27 antigen, and to a lesser extent b40, and b7.  It causes peripheral tendinitis, plantar faciitis, and periosteal inflammation. Eye problems (iritis and conjuctivitis) occur.  It can also (rarely) affect the heart valves. We know infections trigger it, but inflammation of small bowel p[ersists.

Question 5

is there a  cure for ankylosing spondylitis?

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Treatment: There is no cure but treatment exists that can change the lives of people with as. Whereas a progression to spine fusion and immobility was common in the past, current medications can lessen or even sometimes prevent such complications. The keys are early diagnosis and treatment by a rheumatologist.

Question 6

they say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. what about ankylosing spondylitis?

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Wrong Problem: Although this is a good saying, you are applying it to the wrong problem.  The only way i know of preventing ankylosing spondylitis is to choose better parents, with better genes.  There is a hereditary predisposition to the problem that is outside of your control.

Question 7

what could cause ankylosing spondylitis?

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Unknown, genes: The exact cause is uncertain, but it does seem to have a genetic connection. It is more common in males. It usually starts in early adulthood (occasionally earlier or later), ofter with morning stiffness and back pain. Severe pain, stiffness  in a young person in the absence of trauma may be a good reason to see your doctor. Consider a seeing a rheumatologist.

Question 8

how long does ankylosing spondylitis last?

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Life time: Ankylosing spondylitis doesn't follow a set course. The severity of symptoms and development of complications vary widely from person to person. There is no cure for ankylosing spondylitis, but treatments can decrease your pain and lessen your symptoms.

Question 9

can ankylosing spondylitis effect you much?

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Maybe: It can cause pain, lead to fixed deformities of the spine and place you at higher risk for a spinal fracture in a fall or accident scenario due to loss of flexibility.  You should see a rheumatologist for treatment.

Question 10

what can i do about ankylosing spondylitis?

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See rheumatologist: There is no cure but treatment exists that can change the lives of people with as. Whereas a progression to spine fusion and immobility was common in the past, current medications can lessen or even sometimes prevent such complications. The keys are early diagnosis and treatment by a rheumatologist.

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