Ankylosing spondylitis

P1: Ankylosing spondylitis, or AS, is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease of the axial skeleton with a strong link to genetics, which mainly effects the joints of the spine and the sacroiliac joints of the pelvis. The strong genetic links sit with the HLA-B27 gene which has unusual properties in those with AS, and there is evidence to suggest that it may interact with the T cell receptors in association with CD4. Evidence suggests that AS has association with, not only the HLA-B27 gene, but also TNF α, Il-1, and anti-neutophil cytoplasmic antibodies or ANCAs; however these do not determine severity of the condition. Progression of AS 1 Found: http://www.webmd.com/arthritis/ankylosing-spondylitis The main changes to the body for an…

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS), or Bechterew’s disease, is an inflammatory disease that can cause the vertebrae in the spine to fuse together. The fusing that takes place will make the spine less flexible and can lead to a curvature of the spine culminating in a stood posture. This disease predominantly affects males in their teens 20s, and is less common in women. Early signs and symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis may include pain and stiffness in the neck, lower back, and hips. These signs and…

Identification/Classification of Ankylosing Spondylitis The disease is a chronic, inflammatory, and systematic illness. The disease is classified with seronegative spondyloarthritic infections. It is best identified with the inflammatory-back-pain especially on the spine and the sacroiliac joints of the body. It can also affect some of the peripheral tendons and joints and there can be articular manifestations as well. Mostly, it is found in young adults with great genetic features (Khan, 2009).…

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There are two types of COX enzymes, COX-1 and COX-2. Both enzymes produce prostaglandins that stimulate inflammation, pain, and fever; however, only COX-1 produces prostaglandins that activate platelets and protect the stomach and intestinal lining. NSAIDs are used primarily to treat inflammation, mild to moderate pain, and fever. Specific uses include the treatment of headaches, arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, sports injuries, and menstrual cramps. Classification of NSAIDs Most common…

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fever has been experienced by the people and the condition starts very slowly. The causes are not very clear. But the risk factors include long periods of standing, obesity, and increase in the exercise. But this can also cause due to lack of daily exercises or roll of the foot inward. Plantar fasciitis is also characterized by the breakdown of collagen, scarring, and micro tears. It is a disorder of the ligament of bone at the insertion site. Many people feel that plantar fasciitis should be…

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We all in all understand that an eating regimen high in calories and fat can make you put on weight. A considerable measure of weight can push the back and cause torment. You should in like manner understand that a couple explanations behind back torment, for instance, ankylosing spondylitis, a sort of joint agony that impacts the spine, can have an inherited part. Yes, a couple sorts of joint agony and malady can realize back torment. In case you have to lift, push, or constrain while…

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