Hello, 

My name is Jayce, I am 2 years old, and I was diagnosed with Minimal Change Disease (Nephrotic Syndrome) in April of 2023. MCD is a kidney disease in which large amounts of protein are lost in the urine. It is also the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in children.  MCD, in children, is usually primary (or idiopathic, which means there's no known cause). My journey with MCD, thus far, hasn't been easy, due to frequent relapses, ROID-rage, weeks of hospitalization, being hooked to machines for hours, and not being able to eat some of my favorite foods/ snacks. That's a lot for a little guy like me! However, my journey has also been a wake-up call for others. My family now monitors what I eat, makes sure I maintain a healthy diet, along with daily exercise and a lot of rest. They've also decided to join me on my low-sodium diet, (they didn't last) but I thank them for trying. It's not easy for them to watch me go through this, but they've been very helpful and supportive along the way. My advice to anyone living with MCDNS or any other type of kidney disease, is to take care of yourself. Your health is imperative! Always listen to your body. I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you.

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