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“Getting a cancer diagnosis is extremely stressful, and that brings a whole load of emotions, and lack of sleep certainly does not help. I think many of us have periods of insomnia. I experienced a long period of not sleeping. I could go off to sleep quite quickly, but after an hour I would find myself wide awake again, and would spend the rest of the night getting frustrated because I couldn't sleep."
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Uki, I'm really sorry I missed you and the rest of the gang tonight, but a series of events got in the way that I'll try to sort out in the morning.
Anyway hon, sending you and your lovely OH all our love and very best wishes for your appointment tomorrow. We'll all be with you when you see Les, who hopefully will give you both good news. OH and vampira xxxxx
Hi LOPEDELOSLOBOS and welcome to the group from me. You’re among friends here.
Sarah xx
Evening sweetie
Oh lovey, of course you'll be getting the jitters but remember we're here to hold your hand and keep you going till Friday. I've just explained to Uki that I couldn't get back here till now, but I want to make sure you're ok hon.
Hugs and love sweetheart xxx
Hi Soc, oh, it’s horrible waiting for scan days..we all feel you with that! But remember we’re here to listen and chat, and we’ll be hoping it goes smoothly for you.
Sarah xx
Evening Gill-hope all is ok your end. I nodded off, but just woken up again and saw you back with us.
Sarah xx
Yes love, TLC all done but I need to get him an appointment at his ENT clinic. I noticed a rash near his stoma earlier that I suspect could be something called overgranulation. I'd read up on it ages ago, so rang the clinic but couldn't get hold of anyone so left a message. I'll get back on it in the morning and hopefully will be able to see someone.
It's all go, isn't it? xxx
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