What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a rare type of arthritis that causes pain and stiffness in your spine.
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Join Group on FacebookAnkylosing spondylitis (AS) is a rare type of arthritis that causes pain and stiffness in your spine.
Doctors don’t know exactly what causes ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Both your genes and things in your environment are thought to play a role.
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory disease that affects the joints and bones of the spine. Doctors use a number of different names for this type of arthritis. Each one describes a distinct phase or stage of the disease.
Experts continue to find new data about the possible causes and treatment options for ankylosing spondylitis.