Ankylosing spondylitis and related conditions

(fuse). This is called ankylosis and can be seen on x-rays. Ankylosing spondylitis typically starts in the joints between your spine and pelvis, but it may spread up your spine to your neck (see Figure 1). It can sometimes affect other parts of your body, including your joints, tendons or eyes. Figure 1 Sections of the spine Bone grows out from ................
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