Patient's question:
I am 53 years old. Recently, as I have gotten older, I have been experiencing leg pain. I have previously visited an immunology department, but the effect was not significant. I have taken both Chinese and Western medicine, especially when the weather changes, I feel uncomfortable. How many years can patients with ankylosing spondylitis survive?Doctor's answer:
Don't worry, this disease has nothing to do with your lifespan. It's mainly important to maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, don't see yourself as a patient, try to take fewer medications, and participate in more exercise to enhance your physical fitness and boost your immunity. Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic disease, and the disease itself does not affect life. Early detection, early diagnosis, and early treatment are the top priorities to prevent the disease from progressing. Go to the hospital for medical attention as soon as possible.