Hello my name is Jayce,

Welcome to #My22q website. My online home for sharing a little bit about my life and how 22q impacts it. We thought the best way for you to learn more about it, was to share my story. I was 15 months old when my Mom and Dad learned that I was born with 22q. Surprise is an understatement, more like overwhelming; and for those first 15 months of my life, we didn't even know that I had a medical condition, or even a genetics disorder. We would then learn that 22q is very common, and 2nd most common behind down syndrome;

yet so many people have never heard of it.

Annual Walk with Jayce

We wanted to share a little bit about Jayce and his genetic disorder, so why not invite some of our closest friends and family to join us for an intimate walk through a nice park.

We can share in friendship and in learning more about 22q and how it can disrupt Jayce's life and many others who are living and thriving with 22q.

The Most Common 'Rare' Syndrome

You've Never Heard Of.

22q is the second most common genetic disorder after down syndrome, yet it's less known and harder to diagnose. 22q has a rate of occurrence in 1 in 2,000 births and is found in 1 of 68 children with a heart defect.

WHAT IS 22Q11.2 DELETION?

HOW COMMON IS THE 22Q11.2 DELETION?

IS 22Q11.2 DELETION THE SAME AS DIGEORGE SYNDROME?

WHAT TESTS ARE USED TO IDENTIFY THE DELETION?

IS THE 22Q11.2 DELETION HEREDITARY?

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF 22Q?

WHAT ARE THE MEDICAL NEEDS IF DIAGNOSED WITH 22Q?

HOW SHOULD INDIVIDUALS WITH 22Q11.2 DELETION BE FOLLOWED MEDICALLY?

HOW DO FAMILIES COPE?

• 75% of all individuals with 22q have a heart defect
  
• 75% have differences in their palate that affect their
  

speech and often create nasal regulation.

• 35% have significant feeding and swallowing problems,
  
• 77% have immunodeficiency
  

The 22q Camp / Family Retreat retreat brings families and professionals together in a fun and nurturing environment to learn more about the disorders and treatments. As of now, this is the only 22q family event of its kind in the United States. Families support one another as we navigate life with these complicated genetic conditions. The weekend includes informative sessions plus opportunities to connect with and share information and experiences with others.

Gift $$$ to Jayce

If you felt like helping or have talked with my parents, you might know we have a special account that you can gift $$$ to. These accounts are for short term or long term planning, such as medical expenses, medical equipment, and even for my future. Please click the donate button below and connect with my parents, let them know who you are and they will share with you how to share your gift for me.

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