Evelina MS Mom: From Diagnosis to Motherhood
- In late 2021, Evelina, then 26, experienced debilitating nausea, vomiting, and severe dizziness, describing the sensation as being "like being stuck in a merry-go-round." Initially dismissed as food...
- As of November 2025, four years after her diagnosis, Evelina and her partner, Jonas, are navigating parenthood with their four-month-old son, Otto.
- Multiple sclerosis is a possibly disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord.
Living Fully with MS: A Family’s Journey
Initial Symptoms adn Diagnosis
In late 2021, Evelina, then 26, experienced debilitating nausea, vomiting, and severe dizziness, describing the sensation as being “like being stuck in a merry-go-round.” Initially dismissed as food poisoning, further investigation revealed a different cause. A contrast X-ray identified a lesion near the cerebellum, leading to a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic neurological disease affecting the central nervous system.
Contrast X-ray showing a lesion near the cerebellum, indicative of MS.” />Life Four Years Later
As of November 2025, four years after her diagnosis, Evelina and her partner, Jonas, are navigating parenthood with their four-month-old son, Otto. Evelina is committed to demonstrating that a fulfilling life is possible even with a chronic illness like MS. Her story aims to inspire others facing similar challenges and to promote a positive outlook despite ongoing health concerns.
Multiple sclerosis is a possibly disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. The symptoms vary widely, but can include fatigue, difficulty walking, numbness, and weakness. Learn more about MS from the Mayo clinic.