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Calista was diagnosed with biliary atresia when she was 3 weeks old
following initial symptoms of jaundice and pale stools. A few days after
the diagnosis, Calista had the Kasai procedure and her gallbladder was
also taken out. Thank God that the operation was successful. Calista's
early years of life were tough. She has been admitted to the hospital
five times for the treatment of cholangitis. During on of her admissions
she also had her hernia repaired. Calista is now 3 years old. She is a
very happy and cheerful girl. She likes to read, sing, and dance. The
doctor was pleased with her progress and her liver function is normal.
She is still on Ursodeoxycholic Acid and vitamin ADEK. With biliary
atresia, each day with Calista is precious for us. We came from
Indonesia and it was a blessing in disguise that Calista was born,
diagnosed, and treated in Australian while I am pursuing my study here.
She has received the best medical treatment in Australia. We will be
going home to Indonesia soon. Our going home will be a concern for
Calista's health, but we have faith that God will always take care of
Calista. |