Paralysis or weakness is treated with appropriate physical therapy. Learning disabilities require appropriate school intervention. Glaucoma requires early intraocular pressure testing and treatment to prevent blindness . Laser therapy has proved effective at destroying the vascular lesion without damaging the normal skin. Most cases of Sturge-Weber are fairly mild.
Intervention is indicated as noted in the treatment section.
For mild cases life expectancy is normal. Surgical treatment of the intracranial lesion is sometimes successful in reducing symptoms. All birthmarks, including a port-wine stain , should be evaluated by the health care provider. Convulsions , visual problems , paralysis , and change in alertness or mental state may indicate involvement of the coverings of the brain. These symptoms should be evaluated promptly.