I have been diagnosed with Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). This is an autoimmune disease. This is further complicated by my pre-existing conditions of being asthmatic, being allergic to a lot of things, among others. Plus, I have a tendency to retain more water and gain weight because of my ITP medication.

As a consequence, I have to change my life. Totally!

Here is a list of things I am not allowed to have, eat, or do:

• prolonged exposure to sun
• stress
• poor diet or not eating on time
• coffee
• hot food and drinks
• chicken
• shrimps and crabs
• salty foods
• smoke and cigarette smoke
• alcoholic drinks
• nuts
• dirt and dust
• pollen
• large crowds
• sick or sickly people
• infections
• massage, facial, manicure, pedicure, and hair treatments
• things that will cause me to bruise, bleed, or get injured such as sharp corners, sharp objects, and heavy things
• lack of sleep

I have to avoid these for at least a month. Plus, I’d have to wear a mask when I go out in public or get exposed to people.

Yeah, I know. I won’t have a life anymore. PFT!

The only good news, the best news is… I’m alive. 🙂

If all goes well and I go on remission or my body gets stronger, I might be able to get back to some of these. Some I’d have to live without forever.

Here’s to hoping for a better, healthier life. Stay safe and healthy everybody!