Has Anyone Had To Give Up Working Because Of Their Pain Is Causing Fatigue, Concentration Issues Etc?

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February 3, 2023

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I went from 6 to 8 months until I was finally diagnosed with AS. I went to a spine doctor, and they sent me to a rheumatologist and it was there that I found out that I have AS. I was in so much pain then. I am on Cosentyx shots now, they seem to work but still have some side effects from it.

February 3, 2023

Yes, I could not walk due to the inflammation in my hips and SI Joints

February 3, 2023

I recently had to walk away from my job as a tattoo artist for the last 20 years. I lose feeling and use of my hands, get awful brain fog and the pain is just too much.

July 27

I worked as a home health aid and had to quit I would go home crying because of the pain

July 27

Yes, many people with ankylosing spondylitis experience significant fatigue and concentration issues that can impact their ability to work. According to a large study, up to 90 percent of people with ankylosing spondylitis become work disabled over time. Members have shared experiences such as:

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