Chromosome 22q11.2 Deletion

DiGeorge Syndrome, Velocraniofacial Syndrome (VCFS)- so many names, so little time. That's why a lot of doctors have started simply calling it what it is, Chromosome 22q11 Deletion. A small piece of the long arm of the 22 chromosome is missing (deleted). So, why do I care, do you ask? Is it because it is the fourth most common syndrome and 1 in 700 kids are born with it? Is it because a lot of kids with it don't know they have the deletion but are sick all the time and no one knows why? Those are good reasons. The best reason is that my oldest son, Drew was just diagnosed with VCFS. Drew has a 22q11.2 deletion. Check my "Websites You May Find Helpful" section for links to more info. on VCFS.