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Yes, spondylitis can affect bowel and bladder function, particularly when nerve roots in the spine become damaged. A serious condition called cauda equina syndrome can develop, which affects the nerve roots extending from the end of the spinal cord through the lumbar spine and sacrum. This can lead to urinary retention Show Full Answer

Yes, spondylitis can affect bowel and bladder function, particularly when nerve roots in the spine become damaged. A serious condition called cauda equina syndrome can develop, which affects the nerve roots extending from the end of the spinal cord through the lumbar spine and sacrum. This can lead to urinary retention, urinary and fecal incontinence, along with pain and weakness in the lower back and extremities. Regarding height loss, spondylitis can cause several spinal complications that may affect height. These include fusion of the vertebrae in the spine, scoliosis (sideways curvature), and kyphosis (forward curvature of the upper spine causing a hunched appearance). When left untreated or in advanced cases, these spinal changes can become more severe and potentially impact overall height.

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