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Anderson was initially diagnosed as having a form of achondroplasia based upon imaging. However, his mother felt something was different and not adding up. This began the journey of advocating for Andy and his needs. She pushed for an amniocentesis, against the advice of her providers, only to discover that Andy’s true diagnosis was Pallister Killian Syndrome. What makes Andy rare is his toughness and ability to persevere through all the challenges his syndrome presents. PKS is a reason for the struggles, but never an excuse for Andy to not try his hardest and live life experiencing all the world has to offer. It only makes sense, as at 6 years old, he gives so much to everyone around him.
As his big brother, Harry, says, “Andy is 1000% happy!” He and his brother were both born in October and our family refers to them as, “October’s Finest”. Andy makes our family 1000% happy, blessed, and complete!
