AS is a multiple connective tissue disorders which affects many young patients Mainly manifests as lower back pain in young adults Slowly taking over ur lung capacity and expansion of ur spine and ribs Better to start on DMARDS these are once a week drugs with regular liver and kidney function tests Physiotherapy for chest and back to keep u active U need to follow a healthy lifestyle from now on physically active and keep a check on your weight

AS can be very well managed these days with a few medicines and some life style changes. Don't overstress your self and better to consult with a pain management specialist or a rheumatologist. AS has a very favourable outcome in female patients compared to male

Yes you should get full body evaluated once. Because AS also has  systematic manifestations mainly cardiopulmonary.

Yes, you should get yourself evaluated

Need Clinical Evaluation, Better to take Rheumatologist Openion and Go for blood test. If Difficulty In breathing, Start Regular Exercise and Lifestyle changes

Yes