Alagille syndrome

Researchers in China have identified six new mutations in the JAG1 and NOTCH2 genes as likely causes of Alagille syndrome. In…

For our family, the early months of the year are the season to visit the pediatrician. With both of my boys born in this period…

Tedious background music drones on repeat. Or worse, a repetitive voice recording reminds you that the lines are full and your call is important. For…

Difficulty accessing genetic testing in low- to middle-income countries may delay the diagnosis of Alagille syndrome in children and lead to misdiagnoses that may…

Livmarli (maralixibat) and Bylvay (odevixibat) can help relieve itching, or pruritus, and reduce liver damage in children with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) or…

There are many aspects of my son Finley’s journey with Alagille syndrome that I wish would stay in the past. One that stands out…

Last year, I wrote about celebrating my son Finley’s third birthday. I shared about that day to show that, although Finley has Alagille syndrome,…

Treatment with Livmarli (maralixibat) is effective for relieving itch in adolescents with Alagille syndrome, according to a new analysis of previous clinical trials.

Every six months, we see our gastrointestinal (GI) team at the children’s hospital. We’re fortunate to have continued to see the same two providers we…

Heading into the new year, one thing I’ve chosen to focus on is how I cope with challenges and obstacles in life. The last few…