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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I changed GPs because mine would not take me seriously either and would not write a referral. Had the new doctor order a HLA-B27 test which was positive. He ran all the other markers and by then my CRP was elevated. Rheumatologist diagnosed it as axSpA, as Xrays were clear. She did not order an MRI, but wanted me on Humira or Remicade. I'm in the midst of getting a second opinion, with hopefully more imaging. I second the recommendation for exercise. Mine is inflammatory pain which gets worse with rest. I've also had decreased pain by watching what I eat, esoecially starchy food. [/quote] If the X-Rays clearly show AS, an MRI should not be necessary unless for some reason insurance requires it.[/quote]
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