Q. What can be done to slow the disease progression in ankylosing spondylitis?
Hello doctor,
I am suffering from ankylosing spondylitis from two years. Can you please tell me whether there are chances to slow the disease progression and how?
Hello,
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There are four modes of therapy for ankylosing spondylitis.
- NSAID group.
- Steroid.
- Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs such as Methotrexate.
- TNF blocker like Adalimumab.
- Physiotherapy also should be done.
- Avoid smoking.
- Maintain good posture.
If inflammation is much more, only then steroid is prescribed. TNF blocker is prescribed if NSAIDs and disease-modifying drugs are not working.
Consult spine surgeon for examinationHope this will help you.
For more information consult a general practitioner online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/general-practitioner
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