Ankylosing Spondylitis
A chronic inflammatory disease primarily affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints, causing back pain and stiffness.
Also known as: AS, axial spondyloarthritis.
Category: Rheumatologic
Drugs labeled for Ankylosing Spondylitis
17 medication ingredients list an association with ankylosing spondylitis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Ankylosing Spondylitis
The following symptoms have been associated with Ankylosing Spondylitis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Buttock Pain
Pain in the buttocks, which can be referred from the spine, hip, or sacroiliac joints....
Low back pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Morning Stiffness
Joint or body stiffness that is worst in the morning and improves with movement, which can be a sign of inflam...
Reduced Spine Mobility
Limited movement of the spine, which can be a feature of ankylosing spondylitis....
Tendon Insertion Pain
Inflammation and pain where tendons attach to bone, which can be a feature of spondyloarthritis....
Tests used to investigate Ankylosing Spondylitis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Ankylosing Spondylitis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Esr Test
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test, also called a sedimentation rate or sed rate, is used to ...
Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
Measures inflammation by timing how fast red blood cells settle....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing Spondylitis is a health condition described in medical literature. A chronic inflammatory disease primarily affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints, causing back pain and stiffness.
What are the symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing Spondylitis is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Buttock Pain, Low back pain, Morning Stiffness, Reduced Spine Mobility, Tendon Insertion Pain. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Ankylosing Spondylitis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Ankylosing Spondylitis include C-Reactive Protein (CRP), CBC with Differential, Esr Test, Sedimentation Rate (ESR). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Ankylosing Spondylitis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.