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Medical Conditions - Sacroiliitis

Inflammation in the sacroiliac joints is known as sacroiliitis. It affects one or both of the sacroiliac joints. Symptoms of the condition include pain in the lower back and the legs. The pain gets worse after standing for a long time or after rotating the hips. Common causes of sacroiliitis are osteoarthritis, trauma, pregnancy, psoriatic arthritis, pyogenic sacroiliitis, etc. Most people affected by sacroiliitis are advised physiotherapy.

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What is sacroiliitis, and how does an MRI help find it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

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Will sacroiliitis affect pregnancy and family life?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This problem is called spondyloarthritis, and it is associated with a gene called HLA-B27.

Can an MRI be used to confirm sacroiliitis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your description, you might be suffering from sacroiliitis, which is inflammation of the sacroiliac joint, which connects the spine and pelvis.

What is the cause of back pain after sitting for a long time?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concern.It would have been ideal if you had uploaded your MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) films for me to see.

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