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How many people worldwide have ankylosing spondylitis?
The prevalence of AS is generally believed to be between 0.1\% and 1.4\% globally, although it is difficult to be certain, as few prevalence studies have been conducted compared with other rheumatic disorders such as RA [3].
Why is ankylosing spondylitis so common?
Ankylosing spondylitis has no known specific cause, though genetic factors seem to be involved. In particular, people who have a gene called HLA-B27 are at a greatly increased risk of developing ankylosing spondylitis. However, only some people with the gene develop the condition.
How serious is ankylosing spondylosis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a complex disorder that can cause some serious complications when left unchecked. However, symptoms and complications for many people can be controlled or reduced by following a regular treatment plan.
How many Australians have ankylosing spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis affects about 1–2\% of Australians. The disease usually first appears between the ages of 15–40 years and is about three times more common in men than in women.
How many people are affected by ankylosing spondylitis?
The exact number of how many people are affected by ankylosing spondylitis (AS) isn’t well defined.
What is the prevalence of spondyloarthritis?
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Is ankylosing spondylitis (as) genetic?
Although ankylosing spondylitis (AS) can affect more than one person in a family, it is not a purely genetic disease. [1] While genes seem to play a role, the exact cause of AS is not known. It is considered to be multifactorial, which means that multiple genetic and environmental factors likely interact to affect a person’s risk to develop AS.
What is the autoimmune registry for ankylosing spondylitis?
The Autoimmune Registry supports research for Ankylosing spondylitis by collecting information about patients with this and other autoimmune diseases. You can join the registry to share your information with researchers and receive updates about participating in new research studies. Learn more about registries.