Jenny Slatten, known for her appearance on the TLC reality series "90 Day Fiance," is facing a significant progression of her amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) battle, which has now impacted her ability to speak. Her husband, Sumit Singh, shared a recent update on the couple's Instagram, detailing the challenges they are encountering and appealing for assistance with a U.S. visa.
In a video posted Sunday, Singh indicated that Slatten's speech has become increasingly difficult, and she has lost the ability to speak. He explained that the ALS is affecting her backbone and neck, making it hard for her to maintain balance and walk.
"Unfortunately, the ALS is progressing and it's starting to show more in her talk, like, it's hard for her to talk now," Singh said in the video. He also noted that Slatten experiences more trouble walking and keeping her balance.
Singh expressed his desire for Slatten to return to America to receive medical treatment that he believes is superior to what is available in India, where they currently reside. However, his U.S. visa has not yet been approved, and the couple is reluctant for Slatten to travel without him. Their concern is that if she travels to the U.S. for treatment and he cannot accompany her, she might not be able to return to India.
"If I don't get the visa, it means that we will be apart forever," Singh stated. "This is a reason Jenny doesn't want to go to America without me."
He drew a parallel to the situation of fellow "90 Day Fiance" cast members Armando Rubio and Kenny Niedermeier, who received public support when Rubio faced difficulties entering the U.S. to see his hospitalized daughter. After gaining attention, Rubio was eventually granted a humanitarian visa.
Singh, 38, is willing to provide any necessary documentation to secure a visa that would allow him to travel with Slatten, 68. He hopes for a solution from an immigration specialist or legal professional.
"We love each other, and obviously, I want Jenny to start getting treated and I want Jenny to start feeling better or at least [have] a support system that makes [her] at least feel like, not, struggle every day," Singh shared. "If [our relationship and medical plans] are not enough for the embassy in order for me to get a visa, I don't know whatever situation or condition I will ever be approved."
The couple, who married despite a 30-year age difference after meeting online, has been documenting Slatten's ALS journey since her diagnosis in May. Previously, they clarified that she had not been hospitalized, but her speech had already shown signs of the disease's progression. At that time, Slatten stated she was "OK" and could still care for herself with Singh's help, although she spoke slowly.