Just an update: and to wish everyone here healthier life.
It is not 2 years since I had my mitral valve replaced witch mechanical valve (i was 44 years old) at Barts London. I am doing well and working full time (started 3 months after the op).
Apart from recently needing to catch up my breath and wanting to have a deep breath more regularly(i feel like I put on weight a bit that could be the reason) I am doing good.
Warfarine is settled and i have been taking the same dosage for about 1 year without changing. I am taking it on time every day (5pm).
Doing gardening (allotment) and walking with friends. enjoying my usual drinks in the pub (about twice a month). Not drinking more than 2 or max 3 pints.
NHS has seen me properly only once since my operation and then told me I will be seen about 18 months later which is not too great. In the mean time I went to Turkey and get it checked. Things seen ok. I will have another check next month there to not risk myself (nhs appointment is in 2024 October)
Biggest change in my life is I am only keeping real friends around: I got rid of the people who were acting like a friend but was never a good friend. Anyone who did not care to check on me during my recovery period is no longer on my phone list. I realised who is real who is not. I spend time with the real friends now.
Personally I am keeping myself positive: focusing on gardening and my work helps a lot. And most importantly enjoying life with friends and family as usual.
I wish you the best and enjoy everyday you breath.
Best regards