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Every person has had back pain at least once in their life. But how can you tell when this pain is a consequence of sitting at an office desk for a long time, and when it is a symptom of a dangerous chronic disease? Rheumatologist, head of the center for genetically engineered therapy at the E.E. Eichwald Clinic of the Mechnikov North-Western State Medical University Rozana Samigullina explains what ankylosing spondylitis (or Bechterew's disease) is, why it affects not only the spine but also the eyes, how to diagnose it in time and how to treat it. Rheumofactor is an educational and informational channel for everyone who has encountered autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Competent doctors and experts from patient organizations answer the most important questions for patients. How do genetically engineered biopreparations work? Can you skip taking medications? How to relieve pain? We discuss these and many other topics that will help you study your disease, learn to control it and maintain the quality of your life. Revmofactor on Vkontakte: https://vk.com/revmofactor2