Signs and Symptoms of Ankylosing spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis is initially characterized by the disturbing onset of pain in the back region during late adolescence. The pain may also be noted in the buttock region.
It may be associated with stiffness of the back in the mornings, which persists for a few hours. Daily activities tend to reduce the stiffness, which may return when the individual rests. Within a few months, the pain may become persistent and become worse at night times. The affected joints may be painful to touch and other joints of the lower legs may display features of inflammation.
In advanced cases, the back pain may be associated with stiffness and pain in the neck.1,2
At times, the affected individuals may also suffer from exhaustion, loss of appetite and mild fever. Infection of the eye, which is associated with pain, redness, blurring and sensitivity to light may also be noted. The heart and the lungs may be affected in chronic cases.1
Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last modified: July 03, 2011
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