Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Which of the following joints is NOT commonly affected by ankylosing spondylitis?

  • Knees (correct)
  • Shoulders
  • Hips
  • Spine

    • What is the underlying mechanism believed to cause ankylosing spondylitis?

  • Inflammation of the joints
  • Autoimmune or autoinflammatory response (correct)
  • Environmental factors
  • Genetic factors

    • What percentage of individuals affected by ankylosing spondylitis in the UK have the HLA-B27 antigen?

  • More than 85% (correct)
  • Less than 50%
  • Around 60%
  • 100%

    • How is ankylosing spondylitis diagnosed?

    <p>Based on symptoms and medical imaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of spondyloarthropathy is ankylosing spondylitis classified as?

    <p>Seronegative spondyloarthropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of ankylosing spondylitis?

    <p>Back pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of individuals affected by ankylosing spondylitis in the UK have the HLA-B27 antigen?

    <p>85%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of ankylosing spondylitis?

    <p>Genetic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of arthritis is ankylosing spondylitis classified as?

    <p>Spondyloarthropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the possible treatments for ankylosing spondylitis?

    <p>Medication, exercise, physical therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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