My Daughter recently got a kitten from a woman who has had three kittens die in this litter - We didn't know when we got him- Their legs break and their lips become swollen-those are the only symptoms I know of- please has anyone heard of such a disease?

Hello, first and foremost, the best advice I can offer you is take your kitten to a veterinarian. It is very hard to diagnose and animal on the internet. If you would like to do some research please take a look in www.peteducation.com this site is hosted by veterinarian and can be very helpful at time. I wish you the best of luck with your kitten. I did try to research the symptoms my self but with just those two the search was very large.

... that was the advice I gave my Daughter to give to her friend.
If she takes it... and lets me know, I'll be sure to write about the results.

Your welcome please let me know how you make out. I hope all is well and good luck :)