How Bechterew’s disease progresses

People with a certain type of gene mutation are predisposed to it. But carriers get sick when the process is triggered by triggers:

• infectious diseases;
• allergies;
• chronic colitis;
• bacterial diseases;
• joint or spinal injuries.

After “launch“ An autoimmune reaction begins when immune cells attack ligament and joint tissues. The intervertebral areas become inflamed and the degenerative process begins. Normal tissue degenerates into fibrotic tissue. The vertebrae fuse together, transforming from a mobile structure into a kind of rigid case.

Bechterew’s disease not only affects the spine, but also other joints and organs. Among the possible complications:

1. Aortritis is inflammation of a large artery.
2. Cardiovascular disease.
3. Iris lesions.
4. Decreased bone mass.

Characteristic symptoms of Behterev’s disease are pain in the heel and lower back that radiates to the buttocks and legs, stiffness of movements. The discomfort worsens closer to morning.

Diagnosis

First, the rheumatologist performs various tests to study the mobility of the vertebrae. Additional studies include:

1. General blood work.
2. Fluoroscopy.
3. Consultation with a neuro-ophthalmologist + Vision test.
4. Colonoscopy.
5. MRI
6. Rheumatologist consultation
7. A gene mutation ( HLA-B27 )

Since there are no specific tests for the disease, the professionalism of the doctor who can recognize the pathology is important. At the clinic. “MDI” in Israel has the best rheumatologists who will do all the tests to make an accurate diagnosis. We work according to the high standards of Israeli medicine.

Treatment of Behterev’s disease

It is impossible to completely cure the disease. Medications and physical therapy and rehabilitation only stop the progression. In severe cases, spinal surgery is indicated. During periods of exacerbation, it is better for the patient to stay in hospital.