Lucas is our firstborn child. We welcomed him into the world with all the love we had to give, unaware that he had an underlying medical condition. The first two months of his life gave us no indication of what was to come, aside from some mild feeding intolerance.
Support the CYFIP2 Network's programs:We gratefully welcome direct donations, but even more powerful is when families and supporters choose to fundraise. Fundraising not only spreads awareness of CYFIP2-related disorders, it also helps lift the financial burden from families already navigating complex medical and caregiving needs. By rallying your community, you amplify our message, expand our reach, and help build a stronger, more sustainable path forward for research and support.
Children with CYFIP2 DEE often experience motor impairments and muscle tone abnormalities which impacts fine motor skill development, daily functions and playtime. Adaptive technology is available to assist in developing these skills, however, adaptive toys can be very costly to families. This is due to the cost of equipment needed to modify the toy and make the switches. Sometimes, these types of toys are available through early intervention programs on a "borrow and return" basis, but they are often in high demand.
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Please note: the exact number of people affected with CYFIP2 EIEE/DEE is increasing as more people access genetic testing. The number of "cases known" will change over time. These documents are current as of April 2025.
How Biological Samples Fuel Research for Rare Conditions
The CYFIP2 Network is excited to announce that the foundation has been awarded a significant research resource: a mouse model to be generated with the CYFIP2 Arg87Cys variation. This generous contribution from an outstanding research organization will be part of their current round of organizational projects aimed at advancing CYFIP2 research.
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Genetics plays a fundamental role in shaping our development and health, and specific gene variants can lead to profound effects on bodily functions and behavior. One such variant is Arg87Cys in the CYFIP2 gene.
