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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: March 19, 2021

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1 month ago (July 3, 2026)
Often not spoken too much about , the INR levels after surgery can certainly be a journey on it’s own . Finally after 9 months my INR has stabilised . Feeling happy that it has finally found it’s place
1 month ago (July 3, 2026)
Hi David I agree it takes time and it changes over time a bit. My initial dose was like 1-1,5 pils per day now I have been on 3 per day except tuesdays and Thursday when I take 2. Been like that the last 12-14 months. The two big dips... Read more.
1 month ago (July 4, 2026)
David, have you noticed that your diet has changed after having surgery? I’ve struggled with eating properly….overeating, or eating food with too much salt or sugar!! Having to be watch my INR levels will definitely be another hurdle for me!! Any advice helps !!!
1 month ago (July 4, 2026)
Hi Chad You will manage this as well. It is mostly K-vitamin rich food such as spinach, broccoli etc that affects. I love candy and also salt and that does not really look like it is affecting. I also take some blood pressure medicine to get me down to a... Read more.
1 month ago (July 4, 2026)
Ok, thanks again Henrik! I guess it’s like anything… until you are living it you don’t really know. I’m just trying to prepare my mind for what is coming.
1 month ago (July 4, 2026)
Yes very true but you will very likely find your balance point. It took me a while and anxiety in front of each test in the beginning. Now I am much more calm. I know it can vary a bit
1 month ago (July 10, 2026)
Hi Chad, I have to avoid the green leafy vegetables probably like yourself and I also found going back to Cross Fit doing high intensity fitness really impacted my INR and I’m now on 10 mg a day
1 month ago (July 11, 2026)
Thanks for the feedback 🙏
1 month ago (July 11, 2026)
David Same for me even if a I eat a bit of it and really try to eats the same over the weeks. The increased training also had a big impact on me where the had to increase the dose and now I am on 7,5g per day. Measured now... Read more.
1 month ago (July 11, 2026)
Consistency doing everything from eating to working out and activity is the key to living with stable INR. I haven’t had surgery yet so all the info to prepare me mentally is helpful
David Buchanan posted an update
4 months ago (March 27, 2026)
To mark my 6 months we travelled to Vietnam and walked a hill in Ninh Binh - just outside of Hanoi . So amazed everyday that my heart ❤️ performs like it did when I was 21 ! Besides the heat , I climbed with ease ! There Is Hope... Read more.
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4 months ago (March 27, 2026)
Just 6 months ago this week
4 months ago (March 27, 2026)
Congratulations on your six months anniversary. You look great. Continued good health. God bless you ❤️🙏
4 months ago (March 28, 2026)
Congrats David, best wishes for you and your heart!!
4 months ago (March 28, 2026)
Enjoy your renewed health!
4 months ago (March 28, 2026)
Wonderful news! Happy Anniversary.
4 months ago (March 31, 2026)
Impressive trip and stamina after only 6 months. Definitely inspiring.
David Buchanan posted an update
4 months ago (March 14, 2026)
It's hard to believe it will be 6 months since surgery next week . My INR has stabilised and my valve is incredibly silent . < Onx Valve > I am so glad I went with the Mechanical Valve and thank Adam and this website for the wealth of information... Read more.

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