Ashley was diagnosed with X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH) when she was 6 months old and while she felt like any other kid, the condition resulted in many surgeries and impacted her ability to walk freely while growing up. We will explore the challenges she faced managing her disease, and how her daughter’s diagnosis led her to advocate for others.There are many misconceptions about XLH that need to be addressed to better manage the condition. We met with Dr. Leanne Ward, an expert in pediatric bone disorders, who explained the intricacies of the condition. Cory Davidson, a physician’s assistant who manages XLH patients on a day-to-day basis shared with us the importance of education and partnership between a physician and their patient to find the best treatment options for them.
