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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