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Get Questions To Ask Your Rheumatologist About nr-axSpA (Early Spondylitis)

Medically reviewed by Neil J. Gonter, M.D.
Written by Kelly Crumrin
Updated on January 2, 2024
Part of the nr-axSpA Doctor Visit Checklist series

Nonradiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) — a type of inflammatory arthritis that sometimes progresses to ankylosing spondylitis — can be a complicated topic. You may wonder whether your treatment is working or if lifestyle changes may help you feel better. This quiz can help you prepare for a useful, detailed appointment with your doctor. Even if you don’t have time to ask all your questions at your next visit, you can always follow up later.

Based on your answers in this interactive questionnaire, you’ll receive a custom set of questions to ask your doctor regarding medication, symptoms, lifestyle changes, and other aspects of life with nr-axSpA.

Use this guide to practice asking your questions out loud, to discuss your options with a loved one, or to ensure you get the answers you need from your rheumatologist at your next visit.

Make sure to answer all the questions, then click the white arrows to see your results.

You’ll have the option to receive your custom questions via email. To do so, click the white arrow next to the 'Print' button at the end of the quiz.

Read more from the nr-axSpA Doctor Visit Checklist series

Updated on January 2, 2024

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Unrelenting joint pain and fatigue. It seems the more active i try to be the more discomfort there is, especially with weight bearing.

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Neil J. Gonter, M.D. is an assistant professor of medicine at Columbia University. Learn more about him here.
Kelly Crumrin is a senior editor at MyHealthTeam and leads the creation of content that educates and empowers people with chronic illnesses. Learn more about her here.

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