If you had told me a couple of years ago, I would not be writing this note instead of planning my future, I would have laughed. I was healthy and hearty, not on any particular medication and I had no known allergies except periodic diarrhea for a couple of months. There was no history of alcohol or any other substance abuse and I always believed true healthcare reform starts in one’s kitchen.
As a senior executive in the investment banking space based out of Mumbai, I was on top of my game. From being recognised as the Employee of the Year, to having bagged the maximum number of reality deals in the organisation, at the age of 38, I was doing well.
Things changed during one evening in February 2016, when during my evening walk I got severe pain in the lumbar region and continuous cramps in the right leg. It felt as if I was being stabbed with a sharp object.
Next morning was tough as the pain still persisted and was accompanied with enough stiffness which made any movement very difficult.