A diagnosis that changed my life
It was 2010 when I started my career as an editor at a Delhi publishing house. I dressed bohemian, listened to Adele, and binged on house music while commuting by the Delhi Metro.
I was enthusiastic, a quick learner and meticulous. I loved catching up with friends and sipping on iced coffee from the omnipresent Cafe Coffee Day. I enjoyed spending weekends at karaoke pubs and social nights at Turquoise Cafe. I loved going on random city walks, capturing its vibe through my camera. Ever since my college days at Miranda House, I have been a creative soul and have planned to explore the world as a writer. Spontaneity fueled me.
The symptoms and diagnosis
I had just switched jobs for a better opportunity when my body suddenly started revolting. I had lost an inexplicable amount of weight and looked like Kareena’s size zero version, all while indulging in desserts and getting high on energy drinks. I had the constant urge to pee, and was thirsty and sleepy all the time. I would take bathroom breaks and sleep on the toilet seat of my office.