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I have ankylosing spondylitis and after having a recent xray of my c spine indicating reversal of normal cervical lordosis is this related to my as ?

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Yes!!!: The whole spine will be straight and stiff (ankylosis-fusion joining together) posture exercises and medicines help.

Answered 5/7/2018

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Possibly: This may also be seen when there is muscle spam of the area.

Answered 2/16/2013

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