Although there is no cure for SS, there are treatments that some patients have found to be beneficial, depending on individual situations, as well as the combination and severity of symptoms. SS can not be cured, but it can be treated. If properly diagnosed and treated, it is possible for SS to be not much more than a major nuisance. However, if left undiagnosed or untreated, SS can develop into serious problems, which could have devastating effects. All symptoms should be carefully considered, as well as a close examination of family medical histories.
Artificial tears can help relieve eye dryness and pain.
Some artificial saliva products have been found to help alleviate dry mouth and its accompanying problems. In more severe cases, an SS sufferer may need to have tear ducts closed off by the insertion of punctal plugs, which help reduce the rapid depletion of tears, both natural and artificial. Though there is no way to reverse the damage, with the proper medical care, the dry eyes can be treated to reduce some of the discomfort and pain. Left untreated, permanent eye damage can result. Fatigue, and additional sleep problems suffered during SS, can lead to other conditions and problems for the SS sufferer, as well.