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Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a specific type of spondylitis. Here's what it means:

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
- Definition: A type of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine, causing pain and stiffness
- Symptoms
- Joint pain and stiffness, especially in the spine, hips, and neck.
- Can also affect Show Full Answer

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a specific type of spondylitis. Here's what it means:

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
- Definition: A type of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine, causing pain and stiffness.
- Symptoms:
- Joint pain and stiffness, especially in the spine, hips, and neck.
- Can also affect other peripheral joints.
- Diagnosis:
- No single conclusive test.
- Diagnosed through a combination of physical exams, medical history, imaging scans (X-rays, MRI), and blood tests for inflammatory markers and genetic factors.
- Prognosis:
- Not a fatal condition.
- People with AS generally have similar longevity as those without it, though they may have a higher risk of infections and heart disease.

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