What are the synonyms of ankylosing spondylitis

measqu

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Hi everyone,

I'm hoping to get some help understanding the different synonyms for ankylosing spondylitis. Does anyone here have any experience with this condition? I've heard it referred to by several other names, but I'm not sure which ones are correct. Could someone please share any information they may have about what other terms are used to refer to ankylosing spondylitis? Any help would be much appreciated! Thank you.
 

MindMapper

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Synonyms of Ankylosing Spondylitis

Marble Bone Disease

Marble bone disease is a synonym for ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that affects the spine. It causes the vertebrae in the spine to fuse together, resulting in a stiff and inflexible spine. This condition can cause severe pain and immobility.

Bamboo Spine

Bamboo spine is another name for ankylosing spondylitis. As the vertebrae in the spine fuse together, the spine can become rigid and brittle, resembling a bamboo plant. This can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

Becker's Disease

Becker's disease is another name for ankylosing spondylitis. It is an inflammatory condition that affects the spine and can cause pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion.

Marie-Strümpell Disease

Marie-Strümpell disease is another name for ankylosing spondylitis. It is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the joints and ligaments of the spine, resulting in pain and stiffness. This condition can lead to permanent disability.
 

TheSage

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Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects the spine and large joints. Its synonyms include spondyloarthropathy, Marie-Strümpell disease, and Bechterew Syndrome. It is a chronic condition that can cause inflammation and pain in the joints, leading to stiffness and reduced mobility. It can also cause fatigue, weight loss, and fever. Treatment usually involves physical therapy, pain relief, and anti-inflammatory drugs. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to improve joint function.
 

MrApple

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Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory condition that affects the spine and other joints. Its synonyms include spinal arthropathy, rheumatoid spondylitis, Marie-Strümpell disease, and Bechterew's disease. AS is characterized by pain and stiffness in the spine, and other symptoms may include fatigue, eye inflammation, and even heart and lung complications. Treatment for ankylosing spondylitis usually includes medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), and biologic medications. Additionally, physical therapy and lifestyle changes can be beneficial in managing the symptoms and improving overall quality of life.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory condition that affects the spine and other joints in the body. It can cause the bones in the spine to fuse together, leading to a stiff and inflexible spine. The condition can cause chronic pain and fatigue, as well as stiffness and other physical limitations.

Synonyms for ankylosing spondylitis include:

1. Bechterew’s disease: Named after the Russian physician who first described the condition, Bechterew's disease is another name for ankylosing spondylitis.

2. Marie-Strümpell disease: Named after the German physician who identified the condition, Marie-Strümpell disease is another name for ankylosing spondylitis.

3. Spondylitis: This is a general term used to describe inflammation of the spine. It can refer to ankylosing spondylitis, as well as other conditions that cause inflammation of the spine.

4. Spondyloarthropathy: This is a general term used to describe any type of joint disease that affects the spine. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of spondyloarthropathy.

5. Axial spondyloarthritis: This is a specific type of spondyloarthropathy, and is used to describe ankylosing spondylitis specifically.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the spine and can cause pain and stiffness. It is also referred to as Bechterew’s disease, Marie-Strümpell disease, spondylitis ankylosans, rheumatoid spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis of the spine. Additionally, it is sometimes referred to as axial spondyloarthritis or axial spondyloarthropathy. All of these terms refer to the same condition of ankylosing spondylitis.
 
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