Patient's question:
I am 53 years old. Recently, as I have gotten older, I have been experiencing leg pain. I have previously visited the immunology department, but the results were not significant. I have taken both Chinese and Western medicine, especially when the weather changes, I feel uncomfortable. How is ankylosing spondylitis treated?Doctor's answer:
Ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease that can be treated with oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to promote blood circulation. Corticosteroids can also be used for systemic treatment. Additionally, it is important to rest more and maintain a light diet, avoiding seafood and shrimp, while consuming more protein-rich foods to improve the body's constitution. Surgical treatment is also an option.