Arthritis

Ankylosing Spondylitis

Source: https://www.humira.com/ankylosing-spondylitis/symptoms-of-as-disease

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) may affect people differently.

Ankylosing spondylitis symptoms can range in severity from mild to severe, and they can vary from person to person.

Some men report feeling symptoms first in their lower backs
Some women report feeling symptoms first in their necks

It's important to recognize the symptoms and to get a proper diagnosis and treatment of AS.

What are the initial symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis?

Gradual progression of lower back pain before age 35
Spine stiffness in the morning
Pain and stiffness that get worse with inactivity
Pain and stiffness that get better with physical activity
Symptoms lasting longer than 3 months

What other ankylosing spondylitis symptoms are there?

Pain and stiffness in alternating sides of the body—starting in the lower back and buttocks
Pain and stiffness that’s usually worse in the morning and during the night

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Definition:

Symptoms:

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Prevention:

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Exercise:

Diet:

Useful
- http://worldarthritisday.org/tips-and-support/healthy-living/emotional-wellbeing (This website has details and tips for Arthritis patients)

- 12/15/2015

Recently got to know that Arthritis could be checked through blood test.

Cervical Spondylytis(Neck Arthritis)

10/7/2015:

https://www.humira.com/ankylosing-spondylitis/symptoms-of-as-disease

Definition: Cervical Spondylosis(Arthritis of Neck) is a term used to describe abnormal wear and tear that occurs on the spinal disks of the neck. This condition usually occurs as a person ages, and it is the common cause of chronic pain in the neck.

Symptoms:

Affect:
- Cervical patients have less sleep at night thats why they take naps in the day time due to pain in the night that they cannot sleep.
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Remedy:

Exercise:
- People feel remarkably better after doing Physical Exercises prescribed by doctors.
- Patient said doing exercises prescribed by physician is life changing. So do not miss it, even if you do not have time try to make it. If you are young physical exercises will literary cure you to some extent, so it could be like a prevention to them.

Diet:

Useful Sites: http://www.lifescript.com/health/centers/arthritis/connect/h/how_to_live_with_arthritis_in_the_neck.aspx (Here people share there experiences)
- Lady mentioned that she will regularly visit physiotherapist(twice a week) and do regular exercise.
- Patient said: feeling remarkably better and also truly amazed at how much the physical therapy has been helping .
- Patient said: If your primary care physician recommends physical therapy, comply with the suggestion. I have heard from many people who say that they do not have time for it. Make time! It was life-changing for me.