Local injections of Kenalog-40 in the plantar fascia, around the achilles tendon or intraarticular injections may help reduce inflammation. The use of cytotoxic and immunosupressive drugs has not been evaluated in controlled studies, but methotrexate has been used to treat severe arthritis and generalised psoriaform lesions. It is reported that sulfasalazo-pyridasine has a good effect in RS treatment. The action of this drug is controversional and needs further studies. Conjunctivitis usually responds well to local symtomatic therapy.
Ocular complications require prompt consultation with the ophtalmologist.
The principles of prophylactic medical examination and prophylaxis are discussed. . . , . . . A possibility of inculcating them into the practical work in medical institutions for children in Lviv is inferred.