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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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Crohn's disease and Lupus
It would be exceedingly uncommon for one to have both Crohns and Lupus However, certain medical treatments for Crohns Disease can cause drug- induced lupus Your doctors can determine READ MORE
It would be exceedingly uncommon for one to have both Crohns and Lupus
However, certain medical treatments for Crohns Disease can cause drug- induced lupus
Your doctors can determine if any testing is indicated
However, certain medical treatments for Crohns Disease can cause drug- induced lupus
Your doctors can determine if any testing is indicated
Can shoulder joint pain be fixed?
Like so many things in medicine, we have to ask or determine the cause With shoulder pain, history and exam and imaging studies begin to help pinpoint the cause While “ no fixes” READ MORE
Like so many things in medicine, we have to ask or determine the cause
With shoulder pain, history and exam and imaging studies begin to help pinpoint the cause
While “ no fixes” effective treatments are available
With shoulder pain, history and exam and imaging studies begin to help pinpoint the cause
While “ no fixes” effective treatments are available
Unexpected stiff sore muscles?
Yes, please tell your doctor about these symptoms because thyroid problems, electrolyte and calcium and other levels may be off. There is a stiffness condition called Polymyalgia READ MORE
Yes, please tell your doctor about these symptoms because thyroid problems, electrolyte and calcium and other levels may be off. There is a stiffness condition called Polymyalgia Rheumatica ( PMR ) - although that frequently causes neck and upper arm and shoulder stiffness . A sedimentation rate may help . But again, the first step is to get appt with primary care
Body pains?
advise that you see your primary care doctor and start there; physical therapy and medication may be necessary
How long do you do PT after hip surgery?
Depends on surgeon and physical therapist working together
What is wrong with me?
This appears to be a neurological problem so I would stick with as d work with your Neurologist - Wish you well !
Can knee arthritis be treated with a surgery?
Yes…………….if your arthritis progresses to the point of severe pain - uncontrolled; bone on bone change with loss of cartilage; and trouble with usual daily activities
Arthritis like joints and sore sore muscles?
Sir, when I see a farmer in my office, I know there is something wrong Working as you did you have been susceptible to developing degenerative arthritis / osteoarthritis Additionally, READ MORE
Sir, when I see a farmer in my office, I know there is something wrong
Working as you did you have been susceptible to developing degenerative arthritis / osteoarthritis
Additionally, other inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and polymyalgia rheumatica need to be considered
Suggest seeing your doctor and explaining how you feel
Working as you did you have been susceptible to developing degenerative arthritis / osteoarthritis
Additionally, other inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and polymyalgia rheumatica need to be considered
Suggest seeing your doctor and explaining how you feel
World renowned movement disorder specialist?
I would ask your neurologist who they would refer to if they or family member had this condition. Recommending 2nd opinion consultant is important role
How to keep my knee from popping out of place?
Suggest seeing Sports Medicine Physician to address role of imaging, physical therapy, bracing and ? Surgery
Medicines for knee pain?
Most common options 1) Acetaminophen 2) Topical Diclofenac 3) we can consider “low dose NSAIDS” 4) steroid injections 5) hyaluronic acid injections - there is controversy over READ MORE
Most common options
1) Acetaminophen
2) Topical Diclofenac
3) we can consider “low dose NSAIDS”
4) steroid injections
5) hyaluronic acid injections - there is controversy over their effectiveness
1) Acetaminophen
2) Topical Diclofenac
3) we can consider “low dose NSAIDS”
4) steroid injections
5) hyaluronic acid injections - there is controversy over their effectiveness
What kind of anesthesia is used for ankle joint surgery?
That will depend on your pre-op Anesthesia assessment and the advice of your Anesthesiologist
MRI results?
I presume you have seen a spine surgeon Based on MRI and your exam, it must be determined whether physical therapy and ?? pain injection is best recommendation While surgery READ MORE
I presume you have seen a spine surgeon
Based on MRI and your exam, it must be determined whether physical therapy and ?? pain injection is best recommendation
While surgery can be considered it is unusual to have physical symptoms in both legs - usually the problem only affects one side
Based on MRI and your exam, it must be determined whether physical therapy and ?? pain injection is best recommendation
While surgery can be considered it is unusual to have physical symptoms in both legs - usually the problem only affects one side
Neurological issue?
Your question points out the fundamental way to make a diagnosis - meet with patient, listen carefully and attentively , and examine patient and then order appropriate testing Very READ MORE
Your question points out the fundamental way to make a diagnosis - meet with patient, listen carefully and attentively , and examine patient and then order appropriate testing
Very difficult to give you any specific advice
Stick with your medical team or get second opinion
Good Luck
Very difficult to give you any specific advice
Stick with your medical team or get second opinion
Good Luck
Treatment for joint pain?
Meloxicam is A NSAID , a non-steroid anti inflammatory medicine
It reduces inflammation and pain
It reduces inflammation and pain
How can I strengthen my knee after surgery?
You will most likely be referred to physical therapy postop and you will be given a home program of care
Large lump in right armpit?
Typically when a “lump” or mass enlarges and is firm, we recommend a biopsy to determine the cause I feel bad for your situation and trust you can find someone to help you with READ MORE
Typically when a “lump” or mass enlarges and is firm, we recommend a biopsy to determine the cause
I feel bad for your situation and trust you can find someone to help you with the armpit problem
Good Luck!
I feel bad for your situation and trust you can find someone to help you with the armpit problem
Good Luck!
I might have ALS?
I think seeing Neurologist is best recommendation
Can you help me, I am getting worse?
Those are a lot of symptoms to work through
You should call your primary office and be seen
Based on that, they may refer you to a specialist
You should call your primary office and be seen
Based on that, they may refer you to a specialist
Is it an essential tremor vs Parkinsons?
Please consult Neurologist to help you
