People affected by CHARGE often have to cope with a wide range of physical difficulties. The cause of CHARGE is unknown at present, but we do know that given the right support people with CHARGE can achieve a great deal.
The word CHARGE is made up from the initial letters of some of the most common features seen in this condition:
C Coloboma (eye defects)
H Heart defects
A Choanal Atresia (nasal blockage)
R Retardation of growth and developmental delay
G Genitalia (small penis, undescended testicles)
E Ear anomalies
Sense has experience of helping people with CHARGE, their families, carers, and other professionals who may be involved.
We encourage the earliest intervention possible and offer continuous support from day one. Our services include:
- Practical advice and support for people with CHARGE and their families.
- Specialist assessments that focus on the development, and educational needs of each individual.
- Information about CHARGE, including ideas and news from our international contacts.
