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In all cases of ankylosing spondylitis, there will be the effects of pain, brought on by inflammation. However, this inflammation, if left unchecked, can cause degenerative spinal changes that result in the fusing of spinal vertebrae. With this fusion, an individual may suffer a significant loss of mobility and function. And changes to back joints are not the only degenerative joint changes that may occur as a result of ankylosing spondylitis. Knees and hip joints that are affected may ultimately require replacement. Ankylosing spondylitis, if left undiagnosed and untreated, can also affect one's eyes (iritis), the ability to expand the ribcage, and even affect the health of one's heart, though, statistically, the risk of damage to heart valves or the aorta is rather low. Finally, severe ankylosing spondylitis can lead to protein deposits into the kidneys (these deposits are known as amyloids) which can impair kidney function and potentially cause kidney failure. Questions and Information about Ankylosing Spondylitis Social Security Disability Information |
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