My immune system already struggles enough and when fighting illnesses, having a list of medicines I cannot use to combat the associated symptoms does not help. At all. 

Included on this list are various antibiotics, anesthetic agents, cardiovascular drugs, etc. Having these is a major pain. Every time I have to treat an illness I have to find a treatment that will not set my disease back. It is also a danger in an emergency. If I’m ever rushed to the hospital, or especially during travel, the doctor will not know what medications I cannot use.

Also on this list, which makes me sad, is Botox. Obviously, it is not something that I would want soon, but in the future.

This is why again it is very important to have a support system who knows your needs and you. 

Next week I will retouch on college and how my disease affects my choice. I can’t wait to continue to share my story with you! Remember our struggles don’t define us.