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Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by pain and progressive stiffness. It mainly affects the spine, but other parts of the body can be affected as well. AS is part of a group of rheumatic diseases termed seronegative spondyloarthropathies. "Spondyloarthopathy" is the medical term for a disease that affects the vertebral joints.
What causes ankylosing spondylitis?
The precise cause of ankylosing spondylitis isn't known, but the medical community does have some ideas about what could cause it. They think it may be hereditary, and AS possibly has a connection to certain bacteria.
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What are the non-surgical options for treating ankylosing spondylitis?
For more detailed information about the non-surgical treatment options for ankylosing spondylitis, please read this article.
What if I need surgery?
Most patients with ankylosing spondylitis don't need surgery. However, there may come a time when your doctor will recommend surgery. If, for example, there's neurologic deficit—meaning that there are problems with the nerves—the doctor may recommend surgery.
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What is ankylosing spondylitis?
