ADVERTISEMENT

Q. Kindly suggest medicines to minimize the muscle and nerve tightening and any new effective medicine for ankylosing spondylitis.

Answered by
Dr. Anshul Varshney
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Feb 17, 2015 and last reviewed on: Oct 09, 2018

Hello doctor,

  • Seven years ago, I was affected by ankylosing spondylitis (HLA-B27 positive) (RF negative).
  • And then after a year, I was affected by pulmonary tuberculosis (TB lungs).
  • Tuberculosis was controlled within months and I continued taking medication for ankylosing spondylitis.
  • And then for a few months I had used homeopathy and ayurvedic medicines. 
  • Now I am on SAAZ-DS and NSAIDs.
  • Bilateral SI (sacroiliac) joint spaces are reduced and restricted forward movement and other joint movements.
  • I am doing light exercise, but in pain. It is a bit difficult.
  • Last month, as usual back pain knocked on my right side lower back, but this time muscles got tightened and in the morning when I wake up, pain is so severe.
  • Pain is so severe that, even pain killer does not work.
  • After few days, the pain disappears and one of the nerve on the same right side back feels like tightened and I feel something like electric shocks.
  • Even during sleep, when I wake up there is too much pain.
  • I get stuck in one position, but after standing and walking, the pain disappears gradually.
  • Again after few days, it reduces gradually but not completely.
  • I am now 28 years old and I weigh 66 Kg.
  • In the past few months my weight has increased about 6 Kg,

I am requesting you to kindly suggest medicines to minimize the muscle and nerve tightening and any new effective medicine for ankylosing spondylitis.

ADVERTISEMENT
#

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Following are the answers for your queries:

  • Get an  MRI LS spine done, to see for any disc prolapse as the pain you are describing along with tingling sensation is seen in disc prolapse only.
  • A combination of Pregabalin and Methylcobalamine will help you in neuropathy pain.
  • For ankylosing spondylitis, you can go for biological therapy drug like Rituximab.
  • Effective NSAID would be Etoricoxib. For severe pain you may take Tramadol.

Stay healthy.

Revert back with the reports to a rheumatologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/rheumatologist


Was this answer helpful?

 | 

Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!



Related Questions:
Understanding Low Back Pain

.. commonly found in young and school going individuals these days unlike it was believed as a disease of old age. So this is a small article giving a basic understanding of low back pain in the young hard working generation .. ...   Read full

Severe pain in the right shoulder which radiates to the whole arm.What could it be?

I am 22 years old and weigh 95 kgs. I know I am obese but I have been active and i don't hesitate from any physical activity. That being said, a few days back i.e. in the morning of 14th of May, I developed a stiffness in the left side of the neck. I...   Read full

Can Aleve and Goody's powder cause stomach upset?

I am 22 years old and weigh 95 kgs. I know I am obese but I have been active and i don't hesitate from any physical activity. That being said, a few days back i.e. in the morning of 14th of May, I developed a stiffness in the left side of the neck. I...   Read full

Also Read Answers From:

ideaComprehensive Medical Second Opinion.Submit your Case

Also Read


Malaria Prevention Using Monoclonal Antibodies
A recent phase 1 study proved monoclonal antibodies effective in preventing malaria. Read the article to know more.  Read more»
Surgical Ostomy - Types, Causes, Procedure, and Complications
This article briefly discusses ostomy, a surgical procedure where an opening is created between the segment of the gastr...  Read more»
Rotavirus Infection - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Rotaviruses are among the most common causes of severe diarrhoeal disease in young children worldwide. Read the article ...  Read more»

Ask your health query to a doctor online?

Ask a Rheumatologist Now

* guaranteed answer within 4 hours.

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.