Diagnosis and treatment options for ankylosing spondylitis

The diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis mainly depends on clinical manifestations, imaging examinations and blood tests. Treatment methods include drug therapy, physical therapy, surgical treatment, etc., according to the patient's specific condition to choose. The appearance of these symptoms is an important clue for diagnosis. 2. Imaging examinations such as X-ray, CT, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), etc., can help to discover the lesions of sacroiliac joint, such as joint space stenosis, bone destruction, etc., which are of critical significance for diagnosis. 3. Blood test erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein may increase, HLAB27 gene detection has a certain role in the diagnosis, but it is not the only basis for diagnosis. 2. Treatment 1. Drug treatment Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anti-rheumatic drugs, biological agents and other drugs can improve the condition and alleviate the discomfort symptoms of the body. Patients can choose appropriate drugs for treatment according to doctor's advice. 2. Physical therapy includes hyperthermia, hydrotherapy, exercise, etc., which helps to improve joint mobility, enhance muscle strength and reduce pain. 3. Surgical treatment When severe spinal deformity and hip stiffness affect the quality of life, surgical correction or joint replacement can be considered. The diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis requires a combination of multiple factors, and treatment should be individualized according to the severity of the patient's condition, symptoms, etc., in order to achieve the goal of controlling the disease progression, alleviating symptoms, and improving quality of life. At the same time, patients need long-term regular treatment, and regular follow-up to evaluate the treatment effect, so as to adjust the treatment plan in time.