Matthew is a very smart little boy who suffers not only from mitochondrial disease, but also has glucose intolerance, Iris transillumination, CIPO (Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction), and severe failure to thrive syndrome.  Though he has a great appetite and eats a lot, he doesn't grow.  He wears special glasses to protect his eyes from light.

Matthew is always tired and prefers to sit or lay down during the day but he will move more during physical therapy and sometimes in preschool. He  spends a lot of time on the couch sleeping or watching TV and Disney movies.  He also enjoys playing with small toy figures and his puppy, Harry.

They're both pretty cute!

Here's what his mom has to say about him:

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