Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Axial and peripheral spondyloarthritis
Axial and peripheral spondyloarthritis
Need second opinion and details
Problem happening from last 6 months with varying symptoms.
Severe Back pain, joint pain in right knee, right shoulder, left
ESR=130
HLA-B27 positive
TLC: 18.3
HGB: 9.9
PLT: 584
Neutrophils 82%
Lymphocytes 15%
Eosinophils 2%
Monocytes 1%
Xray report normal
loss of appetite
Earlier neproxen was prescribed which reduced pain only for 15days
axial and peripheral spondyloarthritis diagnosed by PGI Lucknow
Sulfasalazine medicine
Answers (1)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
In inflammatory spondyloarthropathy like Ankylosing spondylitis, regular exercises including chest exercises are a must.
1st joint to be affected is the sacroiliac joint.
Next Steps
share x-ray .. especially pelvis with both hips -AP.
Health Tips
indomethacin SR help reduce heterophic ossification in AS.
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.