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Musculoskeletal Conditions

The hon. Gentleman hits the nail on the head—early diagnosis is a significant issue. I mentioned that I have ankylosing spondylitis, but I was not diagnosed for six years. Late diagnosis is a common concern, particularly as the condition progresses a great deal. However, the problem goes across the specialties, because AS can present as iritis or in other ways. Will my hon. Friend comment on the idea that we need to work across the specialties? This is not just an issue for rheumatology; the specialties have to talk to each other.