Tyler’s Story

Site created on September 21, 2018

Tyler went to the VA with back pain and numbness.   After 3 ER visits and 4 MRIs in a week,  Tyler was diagnosed with transverse myelitis, which is an inflammation of the spinal cord.   The VA didn't have any beds available,  so he was transferred to the University of Minnesota hospital.   More tests to follow,  including an MRI of the brain.   The doctors found several lesions on his brain and two on his spinal cord.   He was then tentitevly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis,  which is what caused the transverse myelitis.  We're currently waiting for a lumbar puncture to confirm the diagnosis.   Tyler will be in the hospital for five days getting steroids.  He's in pain,  but is being managed as best as possible.   There had definitely been a lot of love and support from friends and family both far and near.   Instead of trying to send group texts and spending all day on the phone giving updates. I thought this would be the best easy to share information.   

Newest Update

Journal entry by Diane Finan Cox

Tyler had his appointment with the VA Neurology department to go over the test results.  They confirmed the diagnosis of MS.  More blood tests were run to determine the best course to treat him.   It's wonderful that there have been so many options available for treatment.   Tyler had been very positive about living with MS and not letting it stop his goals for the future. 

Tyler was able to go home to his house today and more importantly, Tyler is picking up his dog,  Goose,  who will be so excited to see Tyler!  I'm happy to see Tyler's life getting back to normal.   He's feeling better and has more energy and will be going back to work next week.   I'm hoping this will be the last update needed on this site.   We want to thank everyone so much for their prayers and for visiting Tyler,  helping care for Goose (Brady you are a lifesaver) and just keeping in touch.   That all helped keep his spirits up.  I can't thank you enough.   I was lucky enough to stay south Tyler this week and I'm sad that he's home, but very happy too!

Please stay in touch with Tyler.   That is the best medicine there is.

Love to all, 
Diane - the Mom❤❤
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