Patient's question:
Because I accidentally injured myself once before, and I didn't recover well, I've been experiencing lower back pain and back pain ever since. Recently, the doctor told me that my symptoms have been diagnosed as ankylosing spondylitis. I'm feeling very upset and don't know what to do. How should I handle the diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis?Doctor's answer:
To diagnose ankylosing spondylitis, it is first necessary to use hormone-based medications to control symptoms during the acute phase. Immune-boosting drugs can also be used. During treatment, it is important to avoid exposure to damp and cold air, as this may likely worsen the condition. It is essential to pay attention to regular exercise, as only by strengthening the body can ankylosing spondylitis be effectively treated and cured.