[Interest of cotrimoxazole in relapsing idiopathic anterior scleritis: about six cases]

Introduction: Anterior scleritis is defined as an inflammation of the sclera, located anteriorly to the equator of the eye. Cotrimoxazole is an antibiotic with an immunomodulatory action. Exegesis. In case of idiopathic anterior scleritis or scleritis associated with autoimmune diseases, immunosuppressive treatment is often required. We report on six patients with anterior idiopathic scleritis non sensitive to local treatment where cotrimoxazole improved or cured the symptoms. Conclusion: Cotrimoxazole seems to be an interesting therapeutic treatment in non threatening anterior scleritis.