We spoke to a wonderful neurologist today that specializes in the spinal nerves. We learned that Dennis will have some permanent nerve damage, but we do not know to what extent. Only time will tell, but we are lucky they caught the virus early. We also learned that the transverse myelitis can not get any worse. The damage has been done and we deal with what we were dealt. The time-line we were given to expect Dennis to start walking again is 2-3 months. We realize it is going to be a long road and we will have our good and bad days, but Dennis is strong and determined. We know with the help of your prayers we will get through this.
We had another great day today! Dennis was able to move his ankle on his left leg. Yesterday he was only able to move his toes. Since he is progressing more and more everyday, we have decided to go back to Brooks Rehabilitation instead of wasting anymore time waiting on a bed at the Mayo clinic. We are still going to get a second opinion with the help of a doctor that works with Carolyn (Dennis's Mom).
I have a video of his progress that I want to post here so if anyone knows how to get it off my iphone 4 and post it on the blog. Please let me know.
Heather
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