Patient's question:
Today I attended a lecture on the anatomy of the body, and it happened to be the section on the bones of the body. A boy standing in the back row suddenly spoke up, saying that he had this ankylosing spondylitis and had been suffering from it for many years. He couldn't bend his body and had to move carefully on his own. It looked quite pitiful. I wanted to ask if ankylosing spondylitis is treatable?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease, and its recurrence is not very clear. It may be hereditary across generations, related to living environment, or associated with viral infections. This disease can also be completely cured. It is necessary to adhere to regular and long-term treatment, undergo periodic follow-up examinations, and pay attention to appropriate activities after the condition stabilizes. Pay attention to diet and lifestyle habits, especially maintaining proper posture when sitting and sleeping, and avoid excessive fatigue and cold exposure.