'My daughter ended up in a coma after tummy bug symptoms'
A mum has warned of the dangers of sepsis after her 13-year-old's undiagnosed condition deteriorated.
www.bbc.comI can share what’s been reported recently, but I don’t have live access to every outlet at the moment. Here’s the latest overview based on recent coverage:
- Felicity-Jo Rowlett-Howes, a 13-year-old from Lancashire, reportedly woke from a two-week induced coma in mid-April 2026 after septic shock tied to undiagnosed intestinal adhesions. This has been highlighted as a serious case illustrating how a seemingly ordinary stomach bug can mask a life-threatening condition.[1][6]
- Initial medical visits in February 2024 were misdiagnosed as gastroenteritis or a stomach flu, with her later deterioration prompting extended ICU care and surgeries, including bowel procedures and stoma care. This sequence is repeatedly described in BBC reporting and related coverage.[4][6][1]
- Public-facing updates emphasize ongoing recovery on a general ward after moving out of intensive care, with mentions of rehabilitation needs and the family’s fundraising efforts via GoFundMe to support long-term care.[5][1]
Key sources you can check for details:
- BBC article: Felicity-Jo’s case and sepsis warning, including quotes from the family and doctors.[6]
- People: Summary of the misdiagnosis, ICU stay, and recovery milestones, including first steps and ongoing care.[4]
- Liputan6 (and other outlets aggregating): Timeline of events from initial symptoms to coma and recovery, with references to hospital care in the UK.[1]
If you want, I can:
- Compile a concise timeline of Felicity-Jo’s medical journey with dates.
- Highlight what doctors and families say about recognizing sepsis signs in children.
- Provide direct links to the BBC, People, and other primary reports for in-depth reading.