Married At First Sight UK favourite Chanita Stephenson has revealed a heartbreaking health battle that has left her struggling to walk and fearing she may never make it down the aisle in real life.
The reality star, who found love with Jordan Gayle on the 2022 series, shared an emotional update with her followers about a serious spinal condition that's dramatically impacting her mobility and quality of life.
Devastating Diagnosis
Chanita disclosed she's been diagnosed with lumbar spondylolisthesis, a painful spinal condition where one vertebra slips forward over the one below it. "I can't walk down the aisle," she confessed in a tearful social media video, revealing the condition has become so severe it affects her ability to perform basic daily activities.
The 30-year-old reality star explained how the condition has progressed to the point where she experiences constant pain and has been advised she may eventually require a spinal fusion operation - a major surgical procedure with significant recovery time.
Impact on Daily Life
Chanita described the profound effect her spinal issues are having on her life:
- Difficulty walking even short distances
- Constant pain and discomfort
- Limited mobility affecting work and social life
- Anxiety about future health prospects
"It's really scary," she admitted, fighting back tears. "I'm only 30 and to be told I might need this major surgery is terrifying."
Support from MAFS Community
Since sharing her diagnosis, Chanita has received an outpouring of support from fellow MAFS UK stars and fans alike. Her on-screen husband Jordan Gayle and other series favourites have rallied around her during this challenging time.
The reality star, known for her bubbly personality and successful relationship on the show, has been transparent about her health journey, hoping to raise awareness about spinal conditions that can affect young people.
As she navigates treatment options and considers her future, Chanita remains determined to stay positive while being honest about the physical and emotional toll of her condition.
