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Dr. Thomas Olenginski, M.D.
Rheumatologist
Dr. Thomas Olenginski is a rheumatologist practicing in Danville, PA. Dr. Olenginski specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Olenginski treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
45 years
Experience
Dr. Thomas Olenginski, M.D.
- Danville, PA
- Penn State University
- Accepting new patients
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Death from lupus?
important, 80-90 % of lupus patients with live out a normal life!!! kidney disease is important cause of death as is infection and more recently early cardiovascular deaths in READ MORE
important, 80-90 % of lupus patients with live out a normal life!!!
kidney disease is important cause of death as is infection and more recently early cardiovascular deaths in those patients diagnosed young, esp teens and 20’s
kidney disease is important cause of death as is infection and more recently early cardiovascular deaths in those patients diagnosed young, esp teens and 20’s
My sister is suffering from sacroiliitis. Will it affect her chances of getting pregnant?
sacroiliitis can be related to Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic arthritis or even Crohns Disease or Ulcerative Colitis The first thing we need is a diagnosis Then we can address READ MORE
sacroiliitis can be related to Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic arthritis or even Crohns Disease or Ulcerative Colitis
The first thing we need is a diagnosis
Then we can address the question you ask
The first thing we need is a diagnosis
Then we can address the question you ask
Can arthritis ever be treated with medication or do I have to live with it forever?
Is the problem rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis or osteoarthritis
I cannot emphasize how important diagnosis is and how it leads to better treatment
I cannot emphasize how important diagnosis is and how it leads to better treatment
What is the treatement process for Lyme disease?
Treatment depends on the stage of illness
For children, Amoxicillin or Doxycycline or Cefuroxime are used for 2-4 weeks
Most adults will respond to doxycycline for 4 weeks
For children, Amoxicillin or Doxycycline or Cefuroxime are used for 2-4 weeks
Most adults will respond to doxycycline for 4 weeks
I have a sudden pain and swelling around my right wrist. Is it due to rheumatoid arthritis?
This could be an injury or the start of an inflammatory problem - Please be evaluated
Do you think steroid medications will improve my arthritis?
This so importantly depends on the specific form of arthritis
We use less prednisone today for RA and other inflammatory states
Again, diagnosis is key
We use less prednisone today for RA and other inflammatory states
Again, diagnosis is key
I experience a lot of stiffness in my fingers early in the morning. Could it be a form of arthritis?
Early morning stiffness can be a sign if arthritis so please be seen and evaluated
Should I see a doctor for shoulder joint pain?
Yes. You should be evaluated as there are many causes and best treatment is dependent on the cause of shoulder pain
Why does my 6 year old have wrist pain?
Injury
Possible inflammation in wrist
Fracture
Needs to be seen
Possible inflammation in wrist
Fracture
Needs to be seen
Is it a nerve?
There are several possibilities to explain your symptoms and seeing a doctor is highly recommended
Can knee arthritis pain be treated?
yes……. Knee arthritis can be treated with physiotherapy, home exercise program, medications and possible knee injections
Can you take a child to a rheumatologist?
yes………Pediatric Rheumatology
What is the best pain relief for plantar fasciitis?
Stretching exercises
Physical therapy
Bracing
NSAIDS
Physical therapy
Bracing
NSAIDS
What is the difference between rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease where the joint lining or Synovium is inflamed Osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage between the joint space is injured, breaks READ MORE
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease where the joint lining or Synovium is inflamed
Osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage between the joint space is injured, breaks down , slowly progresses
Osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage between the joint space is injured, breaks down , slowly progresses
Why do I need to stay out of the sun with lupus?
Ultraviolet light activates the immune system in lupus and causes flareups
Are these gout symptoms?
Very possibly
A rheumatologist may try to “tap” or aspirate fluid and examine fluid under polarizing microscope to see uric acid crystals
A rheumatologist may try to “tap” or aspirate fluid and examine fluid under polarizing microscope to see uric acid crystals
Can hip arthritis be treated?
YES
Treatment might be physical therapy, exercise program, over the counter and/ or prescription medication
Treatment might be physical therapy, exercise program, over the counter and/ or prescription medication
Is this a sore caused by lupus or sjögren's
The lesion shown could be related to either lupus or Sjogren's BUT the lesion could be caused by something else. Here, the best course of action would be to refer to Dermatology READ MORE
The lesion shown could be related to either lupus or Sjogren's BUT the lesion could be caused by something else. Here, the best course of action would be to refer to Dermatology for consideration of lesional biopsy. This along with disease-specific lab monitoring gives us the best data to make a decision on management Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>
How do you fix arthritis in the ankle?
ankle arthritis may be fixed by the use of an orthotic or brace that can be used along with shoe wear. Medications can be used to help with pain and swelling and stiffness. READ MORE
ankle arthritis may be fixed by the use of an orthotic or brace that can be used along with shoe wear. Medications can be used to help with pain and swelling and stiffness. Sometimes her cortisone injections can be administered. With progression, sometimes surgical approaches become necessary
Can hip arthritis be fixed?
again, here, the specific type of arthritis is important to know but for PT general osteoarthritis of the hip, our approaches are designed to reduce the likelihood of progression. READ MORE
again, here, the specific type of arthritis is important to know but for PT general osteoarthritis of the hip, our approaches are designed to reduce the likelihood of progression. Unfortunately we have yet to discover a disease modifying drug for osteoarthritis. Therefore, when a hip is very diseased with bone on bone and other deformity, surgery is very effective in getting that patient back to much better function
