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How does spondylitis typically show on radiography early on? are there distinct lesions, or could it appear the same as normal degenerative changes?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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Very subtle: In its earliest stages, it can be difficult to differentiate the X-ray findings of degenerative arthritis and spondylitis. Spondylitis is more of a systemic condition, so the findings are more likely to be symmetric and multilevel. Spondylitis can involve calcification of the soft tissues, where degenerative arthritis does not.

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Answered 1/23/2015

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A member asked:

How does spondylitis typically show on radiography early on? are there distinct lesions, or could it appear the same as normal degenerative changes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Russo and another doctor agreed

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