Return to life....

So my rollercoaster life seems to be heading the right way and I’m feeling quite positive.

Diagnosed with persistent AF in September 2018. Pure misery and constant fear until Jan 17th this year when I had a cardioversion. Went back to NSR.

On March 17th I had major stomach surgery. My hear behaved and I stayed in NSR.

Went back to work again last week. I have also returned to the gym .... light to moderate treadmill and heart monitoring with my calculations!

I feel like I have my life back.... it is different of course, no alcohol, no caffeine and a very different diet but my head has returned to something like I had before last September...

I am still taking the drugs but have an echocardiogram in June and Cardiologist appt in July .... maybe I can stop then. I’m not bothered as I’m ok with the drugs.

Learning about AF was key in my journey and this group know a LOT!

Anyway I don’t want to crow about how good like is etc when I know a lot of you have it bad but I would say that I feel quite positive now about my future.

I certainly did not feel like that last September. 👍❤️👍

That’s me and my friend going to see Mike and The Mechanics just 2 weeks after my operation last month!

[wilsond]

Great news,we need positive stories too! Touch wood I feel better too! Have a good Easter andhope you enjoyed the gig

[Hidden in reply to wilsond]

Thanks Wilson! I did enjoy the gig! They played 5 Genesis songs!! Woohoo!

Good Luck to you 👍❤️🍀

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Genesis songs! That sounds worse than AF

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Hey cheeky!!

[doodle68]

Well done Black Crow I hope you continue to stay well and keep up the positive attitude.

I think the main steps to coping with AF are overcoming fear and lifestyle changes.

[jeanjeannie50]

Please to hear that all is going well. Long may that continue.

Jean

[djbgatekeeper]

Great to hear and let's hope you have a great 2019 now! Take care 👌

[Ianc2]

Stay with it, you are doing well and making the changes. Good going, well done.

[Hidden]

Glad to hear you are feeling better hope I will get there one day 50% better then was but not there yet

[Buffafly]

Good to hear and it is a great pic too ❣

[Becksagogo]

Wonderful news Black Crow! Having a positive state of mind is so good on this long and sometimes difficult road to recovery. Happy Easter and as Dave Alan used to say "may Your God go with you"

[cuore]

Fantastic outcome after 4 months persistent. May you remain in sinus rhythm!

[CDreamer]

Well done you, you came through! I remember some of your early posts and it is so good to read this your lates. It is SO important for people to know that and to know you can also be an agent in your own treatment.

[Hidden in reply to CDreamer]

Oh and I remember some of your replies!! Thanks CD!

[willec49]

So glad to hear you are feeling so much better. Keep up the lifestyle changes and all the best.

[Hidden]

Thank you everyone for all your positive thoughts and encouragement 👍. It has helped, believe me 😊❤️

[Jennyquilt0]

Brilliant news keep up the good work and enjoy life

[Maril1]

Well done ,stay positive and Mike Rutherford what a way to celebrate now we just need a new Genesis album and we'll be Home By The Sea.

[Hidden in reply to Maril1]

Oh man, if only!! A new Genesis album and tour! Dreams 👍

[Ianp66]

Good for you, lovely to hear x

[irene75359]

So pleased to hear that you are feeling so much better and positive. And envious about the gig!

[Hidden]

I have no idea who you are or you me. I most certainly did not inflict this on myself. Try reading the full post. I’m in NSR.

[Torvi]

Well done , so pleased for you . I have just been diagnosed with four short runs of AF on a 7 day monitor , I am petrified and not sure where I’m going from here. I was prescribed Riverobaxin and started it four days ago , I have had an upset stomach and a headache since this morning, i am now worried in case it’s going to cause a bleed . Torvi

[Hidden in reply to Torvi]

Well I hope things settle down for you.... soon.

Tbh I’ve never had any trouble with the drugs. I’ve been lucky on that count.

Better see your doctor if it doesn’t go away.

[Torvi]

Thank you BlackCrow 1

[Horse57]

I am happy that you have your life back! Very good indeed

[DueNorth]

Great news. Lovely to hear.

[Petmad5]

So happy to read things are turning so well. Go girl!! C x