Then you are exposed to ultraviolet light for several minutes. You may need at least 20-30 treatments over several weeks. Corticosteroid or steroid creams can be very effective but should be used under the direction of your health care provider. The more powerful creams can cause atrophy or thinning of the skin if used improperly. There are also vitamin D based creams that can be used by some people.
Some medications can help relieve joint pain and swelling and can help slow down the joint damage.
You may need to take these for a few days or weeks or for a longer time, depending on your condition. Examples include ibuprofen and aspirin. They are sometimes helpful when injected into a painful joint and can be used in small doses by mouth. Reducing your dose of these medicines too quickly may cause the skin disease to become much worse. Sulfasalazine - is a medication developed to treat rheumatoid arthritis and can be very helpful in people with arthritis.