“We want our stories to go beyond the medical issues and focus on lived experiences”
Sarah Mitson, XLH UK Chair
Patient Stories
Independent researchers Joe Bonnell and Rachel Lewis have worked with volunteers to produce accessible and thought-provoking videos for sharing.
The value of real-life stories are that these not only support those within our community but also help us to positively influence others on some of the daily challenges that XLH presents.
XLH UK has independently commissioned four stories of living with XLH to provide an understanding of the impact on quality of life, guide medical professionals as to how they can help and build awareness and understanding outside the community.
Claire's Story
Claire is part of a multi-generational family with XLH. We hear how difficult finding consistent best care has been for her and her sister, and how treatment and care is improving for younger generations. Claire reflects on the challenges of managing work and family life as you get older and XLH symptoms increase, and the value of having family members who understand and support you all the way.
Sally's Story
Sally is a positive person, but has had to find ways to accommodate a series of major leg operations. Sally shares with us what it is like to be a younger person with XLH and how she navigates everyday life on crutches. Her active social life is part of her approach to living life to the full, despite the impact of having XLH.
Janet and Luke's Story
Janet and Luke (Janet’s son) were both diagnosed with XLH as children. Janet explains how her XLH diagnosis deeply affected her confidence, but it has never stopped her from working. Luke recognises that seeing his mum living positively with XLH empowers him to share his approach to staying fit and strong.
Jim's Story
Jim reflects on some of his passions in life. These have kept him going as a deterioration of his physical health, caused by XLH, has started to limit what he can do. His versatility (such as adapting his photography skills from BMX sports to birds) and his ingenuity in finding devices that help him manage his condition are a testament to his inner resilience.
Independent researchers Joe Bonnell and Rachel Lewis have worked with volunteers to produce accessible and thought-provoking videos for sharing.
The value of real-life stories are that these not only support those within our community but also help us to positively influence others on some of the daily challenges that XLH presents.
XLH UK has commissioned four stories of living with XLH to provide an understanding of the impact on quality of life, guide medical professionals as to how they can help and build awareness and understanding outside the community.
Claire's Story
Claire is part of a multi-generational family with XLH. We hear how difficult finding consistent best care has been for her and her sister, and how treatment and care is improving for younger generations. Claire reflects on the challenges of managing work and family life as you get older and XLH symptoms increase, and the value of having family members who understand and support you all the way.
Sally's Story
Sally is a positive person, but has had to find ways to accommodate a series of major leg operations. Sally shares with us what it is like to be a younger person with XLH and how she navigates everyday life on crutches. Her active social life is part of her approach to living life to the full, despite the impact of having XLH.
Janet and Luke's Story
Janet and Luke (Janet’s son) were both diagnosed with XLH as children. Janet explains how her XLH diagnosis deeply affected her confidence, but it has never stopped her from working. Luke recognises that seeing his mum living positively with XLH empowers him to share his approach to staying fit and strong.
Jim's Story
Jim reflects on some of his passions in life. These have kept him going as a deterioration of his physical health, caused by XLH, has started to limit what he can do. His versatility (such as adapting his photography skills from BMX sports to birds) and his ingenuity in finding devices that help him manage his condition are a testament to his inner resilience.
There are many ways to share your experiences, if you have a story to tell, please let us know by emailing contact@xlhuk.org
There are many ways to share your experiences, if you have a story to tell, please let us know by emailing contact@xlhuk.org