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Dr. Allen Samuels, MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
Dr. Allen Samuels is a rheumatologist practicing in Bethlehem, PA. Dr. Samuels 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. Samuels treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
41 years
Experience
Dr. Allen Samuels, MD
- Lebanon, PA
- Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa
- Accepting new patients
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Sjogren's/Degenerative Disc Disease
Likely not. Sjogrens arthritis typically spares the spine tissues, joints
Shingles without a rash?
Unusual for shingles to have NO rash. Might benefit from a neurological evaluation with electro diagnostic testing
What type of anesthesia is used for knee cap surgery?
General. Possibly with a spinal nerve block
How successful is knee joint replacement surgery?
Typically quite good. However, depends on multiple preoperative factors.
Joint swelling only in fingers?
Appears to be inflammatory arthritis. Suggest a comprehensive rheumatology evaluation
Is a chiropractor good for arthritis?
Can be helpful as part of a comprehensive plan of care.
How physiotherapy helps arthritis?
Usually can be very useful in conjunction with appropriate diagnosis and integrated plan of care.
Painful
Probably not resulting from SLE. Possibly another problem/diagnosis, treatment complication
What causes hand tingling and numbness?
Possible carpal tunnel, cervical spine, brachial plexus, elbow nerve compression
3.5cm Complicated Cyst On Right Kidney
Not unless there are changes on a f/u imaging study suggesting potential malignancy or infection
Pain
You might consider another rheumatology opinion for your current diagnosis
Is constant burning pain connected to fibromyalgia
Have you had evaluation for autoimmune disorders, neuropathy?
Severe foot pain
Yes.
Sexual Contact get Lupus?
Not at all.
