Michelle Wade
I was diagnosed with AS approximately 7 years ago. I have attached my picture hoping to be added to the website as a face of AS. My current location is Walnut CA. I was misdiagnosed by many different doctors being told I was overweight and smoked. I was very frustrated (as many others) that I was 28 and unable to walk due to inflammation in my right hip. My father was in the same boat as myself. He was diagnosed with AS & soon after they diagnosed me also. I was so happy to have a name for my illness. I was treated like I was crazy for years. Its nice to know you are not crazy! lol Anyways , I am an AS warrior & glad to be part of this group.
California, United States of America
Dear Michelle,
Thank you so much for sharing your story with us.
Sincerely Cookie