And twelve weeks later....

[MammaCass]

On the 5th of June this year I had my first ablation, I was terrified but with the support of my family and the fantastic people on this page I got through it.

All has gone well between June and now, a couple of wobbles, a few ker-plunks that felt like the start of something as my meds were reduced but didn't go any further. I've increased my activities over the weeks and now I'm back to playing bowls, driving and walking along the beach on my own at 5:30 in the morning, crazy I know but I can't explain the joy I feel at being able to walk the beach alone, knowing I'm not going to pass out

My family have been wonderfully supportive but I needed the space that comes with being well, and here I am 12 weeks later.

I saw the EP, Mr Duncan today, he gave me the all clear, no more Bisoprolol or flecinide, I'm to continue with Wararin, at least for a year. He gave me a contact number, if anything worries me I am to call, which means I won't have to go to the GP for a further referral.

I'd say I was a pretty lucky bunnie, my Son who is a paramedic picked up on my PAF, before I realised I had it, he came to the initial cardio appointment with me and when the cardio faffed Alex told him that he wanted me to see an EP. Even though the hospital messed up and lost my paper work, when I finally saw Mr Duncan everything went well and my ablation has been a complete success.

I'm so sorry I missed the nosh and natter in Cardiff today but I was at the hospital much longer than I expected but I hope to be at the next one, and Porsche now I have your contact number we will be able to coordinate meeting on the train.

I hope you all enjoyed Henry's, I've been there a couple of times, I love their tempura and the Thai green curry.

This site has become so much part of my daily routine I don't think I can give it up, I love the chit chat and encouragement, I'd like to stay around and post the odd comment if nobody minds.

Please include me on the invites to the West Country Cell Bob and the Cardiff Nosh and Natter next time round, hopefully Porsche I'll get to meet you then, and Jan-ran I'm looking forward to our lunch at Wetherspoons. Thanks again for all your support and encouragement everyone. Sandra xx

[Rellim296]

Really good to hear you are doing well and feeling the benefit.

I know exactly what you mean about the addictive nature of this site. I keep on saying I am only going to look once a day but it doesn't work. There is always something to learn and it is so encouraging when people have success tales to tell.

[MammaCass in reply to Rellim296]

Rellium, I'm glad I'm not the only one who's addicted!!!

[Rellim296 in reply to MammaCass]

There's a kind of compulsion to see how things are going!

[dedeottie]

That is so good to hear and please don't leave the forum you will have so much to give. X

[MammaCass in reply to dedeottie]

So sorry to have missed meeting you today, next time at Nosh and Natter for sure x

[dedeottie in reply to dedeottie]

Will look forward to that.x

[BobD Volunteer]

I positively demand that you stay around to tell others how easy it is. Of course I will let you know when next we meet .Probably November but we talked about finding a venue near Taunton I think.

Cheers

Bob

[MammaCass in reply to BobD]

We did Bob, I think it was Mary who was sussing out a new venue x

[jeanjeannie50]

Hi Sandra - I'm so pleased to hear that you are doing so well. Such a lovely feeling! I'd love to meet everyone who uses this site frequently and hope one day to get to one of the meetings. You must stay on this, not only cos I'd miss you but also to give advice to others. x

[MammaCass]

I'd miss this site so much Jeannie, but not sure if what I say qualifies as advice, I can only comment on my own experiences and hopefully that's enough to help others x

[wpw62]

I am so pleased to hear your success story. Similar to mine but I have yet to have my three month check up so still on the meds. I will continue to read all the daily posts. Some are truly inspirational. Long may our good health continue.

[MammaCass in reply to wpw62]

Thanks wpw, hope your check up goes well too x

[CDreamer]

So pleased all went well for you Mammacass, I add my voice for you to stay and agree about this forum, I too want to stay, stay well.......

[MammaCass in reply to CDreamer]

I'm addicted to this site CDreamer, so thankful you wonderful people have made me welcome x

[porridgequeen]

Everyone has said what I wanted to say!

[MammaCass]

Thanks porridgequeen, everyone on this site is so supportive. X

[barnes12 in reply to MammaCass]

So glad it went so well it sounds wonderful walking along the beach as well best wishes karen

[MammaCass in reply to barnes12]

There's nothing quite like a walk at 5:30, dawn, seagulls, water lapping and only a few crazies like me to enjoy the early morning peace

[jan-ran]

Do we have a date? Suggest a day, tues thurs or fri any week. Jan

[MammaCass in reply to jan-ran]

We left the date open after Gillys, I'm a bit tied up till the end of the month but early October would be good x

[souljacs4]

Its so good to hear how well you are doing gives us all hope for better days ahead

[MammaCass in reply to souljacs4]

It's hard to accept how ill I had become before the ablation, but it was like someone had flipped a switch after it. Energy returned, but I had to pace myself, my sense of humour returned, my head cleared, and my drive to get on and do came back. It's been quite a journey!!!

[Loo53]

Great to hear all is going well !

[MammaCass in reply to Loo53]

I hope you're doing well too x

[bebe7637]

This site is such a comfort to us all. Stay with it , everyone's thoughts are a big help.

[MammaCass in reply to bebe7637]

Thanks bebe, you're right the people on this site are great x

[porsche]

Sorry you couldnt make it to Cardiff, great news for you from the lovely Dr Duncan.... it was a really lovely lunch & good company too. Hope to see you at the next one x