Managing Complications for Spondylitis Patients

At some point in their lives, people living with spondyloarthritis may develop various complications. What are some of the more common complications? Which are rare, but serious issues to look out for?

During this free webinar hosted by the Spondylitis Association of America, noted rheumatologist Lianne Gensler, MD presents information on possible complications and comorbidities associated with spondyloarthritis. Some of these are fairly common (such as fatigue, uveitis, and osteoporosis) while others are very rare.

Understand what to watch for, as well as how to help prevent and treat these issues, including diet and exercise.

[nancymiller]

Thank you for such a thorough, easy to understand explanation of AS.

[clelinareleford]

Thank you, beautifully explained. Brief, Direct, yet covering all major key elements to this disease . Your very informational !!!

[elenavazquez]

Thank you, I found your presentation informative and helpful.

[MariCO]

Thank you so much!! I’ve had AS for 40 years (took 10 agonizing years to get properly diagnosed). Finally- a great compilation that ties everything together. I had a great Rheumatologist who retired 😢, and he “got it”. I was on Enbrel for several years, and life was good, but Medicare won’t cover. Good to be starting Cimzia, but have hesitated due to Covid. Just thanks for helping me know I’m not bonkers. ❤

[jacobozafrani]

very informative, clear and direct. Congratulations for your presentation. I am at an early stage but with your explanation now will be more motivated to be more active walking and exercises. Currently I have now and then, diclofenac. Best wishes :)

[eileenarmstrong]

What I've been complaining about these signs with my doctor for almost a year now and she has no idea what the everloving hell are they teaching in medical school

[evilcartmensolo]

I've watched many videos on A.S. and they are very informative but few ever talk about pain control. In order to be able to do the exercises you need to stay healthy you have to be able actually do them. So many drs that I've had just want you to exercise yet they don't realize that when can barely get out of bed it's nearly impossible to do these exercises. This is one disease that should allow pain meds as a treatment. I basically laid on bed for four years because of pain, but now I have a dr who listens to me and with percocet my pain is lessened plus the ibuprofen helps with inflammation. I really wish these organizations would put a voice to the CDC and help fight against the prejudice that we receive with our disease if we ask to get pain med help.

[tjgrafiks]

i had burning and red eyes and peeling /itching skin for years some 12-15 years before the onset of joint/spine issues. i always thought it was due to sitting at a computer for 6-7 hrs a day and lack of sleep. this AS started a long time but i somehow managed to keep it at bay all that time. I think severe stress set it over the edge last august because it literally started as if a button was pressed

[josephdecesare]

My heart beats very irregular I was diagnosed a few months ago haven’t been able to start humria yet hopefully this week but I am nervous I will take a heart attack soon very painful in chest

[olanrewajuabolore]

Good day I have been in this pain over 20years, I just know that am AS patient since the doctor tell me am an AS patient and give me drugs call NOVARTIS FLOTAC 75mg. Now the drugs have finished and my next appointment is FEBRUARY next year. When I feel the pain I laid on bed for Four hours after do some exercise. Please what drugs can use before see me doctor