A 20-year-old woman, known as Miss Nevvy on TikTok, shared her extraordinary journey of being “physically paralyzed” after a devastating breakup. Diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a rare condition that disrupts brain network functionality without structural damage, she revealed her struggles through a series of TikTok posts.
The ordeal began with a tingling sensation in her legs, which quickly escalated to an inability to walk. Despite clear scans of her spine, doctors explained that the emotional trauma from her breakup triggered the condition. The student was admitted multiple times and has yet to regain her mobility.
Miss Nevvy used humor to cope, likening her situation to Pepe the King Prawn. However, she acknowledged the severity of her diagnosis and the uncertainty of her recovery. She continues to document her experience to raise awareness of FND and its profound impact.
FND is poorly understood, with no definitive cause identified. Experts from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke emphasize that its symptoms are genuine but not linked to structural changes in the brain. Miss Nevvy’s story highlights the complex relationship between emotional and physical health.
