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Night sweats

NaomiB1981
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Hi There,

I was diagnosed with a rare form of Non Hoskins Lymphoma in October and started chemo In November. I am suffering with sever night sweats. I know.

uts a result of the meds I am on but is there anything I can do to help it. It only happens at night mostly as I can sleep in the day and it’s not as bad.

Thanks in advance

Naomi 

  • Hello Naomi,

    Thanks for getting in touch and welcome to our online community.

    It’s understandable that you are looking for ways to help with your night sweats. They are not very pleasant to cope with.

    I’m not sure what you have previously tried but Lymphoma Action offer some tips that may help ease them.

    If you are already doing most of these things, I would encourage you to speak with your nurse and/or consultant for further support.

    You may also find our information on sleeping troubles helpful.

    I hope this helps

    We often find we can help more by exploring these questions over the phone. If this is something you think would help, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch via our support line on 0808 808 0000. We are available 7 days a week, 8am-8pm.

     

    Best wishes, 

    Linda J. Cancer Information Nurse Specialist 

     

    You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email. 

    Ref: LJ/CF

     

     

     

  • in reply to Linda J - Macmillan

    Thank you so much. I will try all of the advice you have given.

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