How to manage non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have back pain, and the medicine I am taking is not helping much. I am 30 years old and believe I may have something called non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis.

How is this condition different from ankylosing spondylitis?
How do they diagnose non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis?
Is it due to inflammation?

They mentioned an MRI for the sacroiliac joints, but I do not understand its purpose.

My doctor also discussed HLA-B27 gene testing; does that help with diagnosis?
Can this condition worsen over time?

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

It is a long-term illness that makes the spine and other joints swell up. When you have back pain, the spine's joints and ligaments swell, especially where the spine meets the hip.

Some common signs are:

Pain and stiffness in the back.
Pain in the joints.
Having trouble breathing.

Other signs that go with it are:

Pain in the eyes.
Being tired (fatigue).
Not wanting to eat.
Itchy skin.
Pain and swelling in the spine's joints and ligaments are one of the main reasons.

Plan for treatment:

Getting homeopathic care might help ease the pain and soreness.
At night, take 10 Kali Carb 30 pills.
Three times a day, take two pills of Calc Flour.

I hope this information was helpful.

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