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I have been diagnosed with AS. I have always had the lower back pain but now it has progressed to my hips and butt. I rely on strong pain medication to get me through the day. I have received 2 medial branch block test injections in my lower back that were each designed to last for hours or, if lucky, days. I found they each provided minimal pain relief for a few hours. Now I am scheduled to receive another injection that is suppose to last for months. I am hoping it will provide not only longer… read more
Thank you. I will look into Talz injections and finding a large gel pack.☺️
Den these set backs of infection are so difficult
I think i have realized being off the shot this round because of infection
That i have to work thru and get back on I encourage you to alsoxo
Biologics aren't pain relievers or energy supplements. They target one particular type of protein molecule called a cytokihe that your dr THINKS you MIGHT have that is causing your pain and fatigue… read more
👍🏻. Keep in mind if you get a rare side effect you made your probability a 100%.
Sounds like you have a good Doc!
Take Care
How many biologics have you been on so far?
What seems to be one that really helps you?
Thank you so far I’ve just got the rash at the injection site hoping that subsides
I just started humira Wednesday. I am worried about the getting sick part of this, and want to know from people on this medication how often they get sick and if they take extra precautions. Or what to expect form real people not drug ambassador from humira. Thank you
So I did start it but got got sick right after and didn't get better for 3 weeks. Just was able to take another shot and it helped and took about 80% of the pain away
@A MySpondylitisTeam Member hi! I read your post about that you have a lot of UTIs. I have that problem too. Trough my adult life I’ve been having that problem. And since my diagnosis of PSo,AS and… read more
Hi
I’m new here but trying to understand this whole AS. I was recently diagnosed and my rheumatologist wants me to go on a biologic . I’m 39 and just nervous if the side effects especially bc it is along the lines of an immunosuppressant. I was moving towards the holistic approach with diet instead . Has anyone done that and had success?
I def will . I still haven’t jumped on th biologic bandwagon yet . Right now I’m doing massages every 3 weeks and stretching . Trying to keep up with wheat grass shots and turmeric supplements. For… read more
I’ve been given antibiotics that are not on the Taltz list as having a reaction. It’s tough when you are taking something that interferes with your meds. I did notify Ei Lilly
