PKU positive in Guthrie test

[Laranna]

Thanks rayray and storm

It sounds a lot more manageable than I thought. I will let my brother know along with some other info I have found out.

[Nicole Tracy]

Hey Eluned,

I would definitely refer your brother and SIL to a Naturopath or Dietician for some sound advice regarding dietary changes. A Naturopath can also prescribe natural remedies to support your little nephews.

As the other lovely ladies have said, PKU isn't as scary as it sounds,


All the best,

[Ryatha]

PKU is really manageable if it is found very early. It is one of the reasons they do the guthrie test. If left untreated it can cause a lot of damage to the body, however this rarely happens these days. A modified diet and he will be absolutely ok.

I think there are some support groups out there that give great information. GL

[Laranna]

Thanks Nicole and ryatha SIL is still BF'ing the twins (they are only a month old now and go her for BF'ing!) so I am sure so far it's all good. I'll let them know about naturopaths and dieticians as well, they'll certainly need those services in the future if not now.