Kaylee was diagnosed with Alagille syndrome at 4 weeks old.

Our midwife was concerned as Kaylee had lost a lot of weight since birth.  We arranged an appointment with her GP.  She was also concerned about Kaylee’s consistent vomiting.

Kaylee was sent to the local hospital in South Wales and monitored.  When examined doctors picked up on her jaundice and ran some tests.  After 2 days with no results Kaylee was sent to Birmingham Children’s Hospital. 

In the liver unit in Birmingham,  Kaylee had more tests which pointed doctors towards Alagille Syndrome, She had x-rays, scans, an eye test and a liver biopsy before a diagnosis could be made.  These showed that Kaylee has most problems related to Alagille syndrome apart from a kidney problem. She also has reflux. Kaylee was sent home finally with a list of medication.

Kaylee is now 8 months old and is catching up really well; she has 2 teeth and can sit up unaided.