These changes also make it more difficult to accurately use blood work to diagnose ankylosing spondylitis in women.
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How Ankylosing Spondylitis Affects Women Differently
Women with ankylosing spondylitis may have different symptoms than men, making a diagnosis more difficult. Reviewed by a board-certified rheumatologist.
