Anckloing spondylitis feature tretment when - #23346
Hello Doctor, I’m a 28-year-old male, and I was recently diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis. I’ve been experiencing persistent lower back pain and stiffness, especially in the mornings, which improves slightly after movement. I’m concerned about how this condition will affect my daily life and work in the long term. I’ve read that treatment options include medications like NSAIDs, biologics, and physiotherapy, but I’m not sure which approach is suitable for me. I am worried about potential side effects of long-term medications, especially biologics, and I would like to know how to balance treatment effectiveness with safety. Also, I am interested in lifestyle modifications — are there specific exercises or routines that can help maintain spinal mobility and reduce pain? I want to prevent progression as much as possible. Could you guide me on: How to choose the right treatment based on symptom severity. Ways to monitor disease activity effectively. Long-term strategies to prevent complications, including spinal fusion.
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Here are direct answers to each question
1. How to choose the right treatment based on severity Mild pain/stiffness: NSAIDs + daily exercise Persistent symptoms / MRI inflammation: Start biologics Severe or progressive disease: Biologics + physiotherapy
Decision is based on symptoms + CRP/ESR + MRI, guided by a rheumatologist
2. Ways to monitor disease activity Morning stiffness duration Pain level & daily function Blood tests: CRP, ESR MRI spine/sacroiliac joints if symptoms increase
3. Long-term strategies to prevent complications (fusion) Early and regular treatment Daily spinal mobility exercises Correct posture at work Avoid smoking Regular rheumatology follow-up
4. Exercises / lifestyle to maintain mobility Daily stretching (spine, hips) Swimming, yoga, physiotherapy-guided exercises Firm mattress, avoid prolonged sitting
Early control + consistent exercise = good quality of life and minimal progression
I trust this helps Thank you!
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