Affecting 0.25% Indian population, Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory rheumatic disease with no cure so far. This crippling disorder most commonly results in loss of spinal mobility leading to permanent disability and a reduced quality of life. The Assessments in Ankylosing Spondylitis International Society (ASAS) and The European League against Rheumatism (EULAR) have given management recommendations regarding treatment options that can alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Although there is no cure for Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), some treatments and medications can reduce symptoms and pain associated with it. Some management approaches include use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, opioid painkillers, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs, Tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) blockers etc. ASAS/EULAR Recommendations For Treatment Of Ankylosing…
