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What Exactly Is Spondylitis And Its Symptoms?

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Aberdeen, NC

I saw my back/pain doctor yesterday and asked for a definitive diagnosis. I was told I have spinal stenosis and sciatica. I asked if it would be considered spondylitis and was told that it was a "catch-all" phrase. I've had epidurals, ablations, nerve blocks, and an M.I.L.D. procedure, and feel like these are all bandaid treatments. They are recommending another M.I.L.D. procedure. Ugh! How long do I have to deal with this and expect relief? Has anyone tried acupuncture, and does it work? Any… read more

November 29, 2023
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I’m starting acupuncture later this month, I’ll let you know.

December 2, 2023
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

What does your Rheumatologist use for a Dx. Likely an Orthopedic or Pain physician would not assign an arthritis Dx.

November 29, 2023

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