For Wilson: Danville Family Raising Funds for Kidney Disorder

Are you familiar with Nephrotic Syndrome? The Callaway family of Danville knows all about it. Green Valley Elementary School Second Grader Wilson Callaway was diagnosed with the disorder when he was in kindergarten. He tries to keep up with other kids playing and watching sports.

But he’s not like other kids. When colds and other bugs are going around, his mom Andi keeps him home from school to protect his health. And forget about going to places like Disneyland—too risky because of the crowds.

Andi and husband Tucker have written about Wilson’s challenges on a fundraising page, “Although we have found many silver linings, the journey has not been easy. The medications Wilson takes to treat his Nephrotic Syndrome, and which he needs to stay in remission, have significant side effects and they have been evident in this last year. These last few months have been filled with even more doctor visits, medication charts, lab work, medications, emotional ups and downs and even surgery.”

Nephrotic Syndrome is kidney damage that allows the body to expel too much protein, causing health consequences. According to the National Institutes of Health, “The outcome varies. The condition may be acute and short-term or chronic and not respond to treatment…Some people may eventually need dialysis and a kidney transplant.”

The Callaway family has formed Team Callaway to participate in the 2015 NephCure Walk in San Jose, coming up this Saturday, May 16. Their goal is to raise $30,000. They’re well on their way and, with an extra push from local residents, may reach that goal before the walk even begins.

--Photo from NephCure Walk page

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