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Newly Diagnosed

Just received a diagnosis? These guides cover what to expect, where to start, and how to find your footing in the first year with AS.

What to expect in your first year with AS
Newly Diagnosed

Getting diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis brings relief and terror at the same time. Here is what I wish someone had told me about the first twelve months — the emotions, the practical reality, and what actually helps.

Reviewed April 2026