Changing biologics again So the Rinvoq is apparently helping great with my inflammation levels but after breaking down again in the hospital they're going to change me to infusions. I'm running out of...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCoping
Severe gastritisI was wondering if anyone else has had stomach issues. I started out on the strongest NSAIDs. Wound up on just regular ibuprofen after years of use due to several...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Himura Hi there is anyone currently taking Himura for their ankylosing spondylitis and if so can you please tell me the side effects. I've to be started on theses jabs soon...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
Is there anyone else out there who has AS and autonomic dysfunction, and/or cardiac issues?I'm curious to see if there is any connection to the various conditions that I deal with. Is there anyone else out there who has AS and autonomic dysfunction, and/or...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
How can someone help their family and friends understand what they're going through?Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 replies
Great partners/SpousesWe have a really great pet thread going - how about wonderful spouses and partners? My fella and I have been together for 22 years (crap, I'm old! LOL!) after...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCaregivingFriends & FamilyIntimacy & Relationships
What influences a Rheumatologist to prescribe immunosuppressants or biologics?I am curious to find out if the Rheumatologists gets any form of incentives or kickbacks if they advise most of their patients to take Biologics. Most of the people...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesAlternative TreatmentAwarenessTreatment
Conflicting results of blood workHey all. I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) in July 2021 after experiencing hallmark symptoms (including bilateral sacroiliitis) since November 2020. I have always found it curious that I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAwareness
I'm So Lost. Could You Help Me, Please? :(Hello everyone, I'm writing here kind of as a last resort because I really don't know where else to turn to. I've been reading a a bit around the forum...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
Has AS Brought You Any Blessings?Living with AS certainly is not the easiest ride. However I think that there are so many negative aspects to it that sometimes it is easy to overlook that it...Reactions 0 reactions Comments23 repliesMental HealthTips & Advice
