My daughter's health was a mystery. The answer was on the other side of the world
Briefly

After birth, Maggie displayed unusually tight joints and rounded feet, raising concerns about potential serious genetic conditions. Testing for several conditions revealed they were negative, which provided relief but left uncertainty about her diagnosis. The family was advised to get to know Maggie as an individual, despite worries that the medical team might have missed something important. Ongoing concerns about Maggie's condition led to extensive research into her medical history and symptoms, highlighting the complexities of her situation.
Maggie's joints were unusually tight, and her limbs could not straighten completely, with a pediatrician warning that several genetic conditions that could cause these symptoms were possibly fatal.
After receiving the news that Maggie tested negative for several fatal conditions, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief, but I was also left without a diagnosis.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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