Awake and up all night

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Are you having trouble sleeping?

Sleep problems may be caused by how you’re feeling emotionally, or as part of the side effects for cancer treatment. If you find it hard to have a good sleep, you’re not alone. The Online Community is here to support you 24/7. 

“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."
Community member, ‘Pancreatic cancer’ group

This discussion thread is for members who:

  • Have trouble sleeping and looking for somewhere to talk
  • Would like some company and support each other during the night
  • Share some things you do that helps you get to sleep

Be a part of the supportive Community in this discussion thread.

  • Thanks so much my lovely. Don't worry about us, you get some sleep now but so pleased hubby has got his feeding tube sorted.

    Night sweetheart, bless you both xxx

  • Crose, if you're still awake I'm good for a little while longer, but my eyes are getting heavy.

    Hopefully you've nodded off, but do come back anytime you like and there's always others here to chat to. You can talk about anything and we never judge but always listen. It was good talking to you my friend, even though I did most of it. Sorry hon xxx

  • I just found out I have vulva cancer and can't sleep just keep overthinking I feel so alone 

  • Morning Berry, and welcome Hugging 

    So sorry to hear about your diagnosis my lovely, but don't feel alone as you've found us now.

    Do you have support at home at all lovey, or are you reluctant to talk to others about your worries? xxx

  • It's totally natural that you feel alone. You're also in shock and your body is on red alert. Gill is right. You've found a safe group who are kind, loving and understanding. Today I watched the Kylie documentary with my OH and the girls. When she talked about her two bouts of cancer, I had to go to the toilet and I just weeped. A mixture of sadness and fear all nicely mixed together.Still teary now. All the things you are feeling are natural. I do send all my love to you and know we are here for you whenever you need us.If I gave you a hug now I'd probably drench your shoulder 

  • You can drench mine Uki - here's my virtual shoulder xxxHeart️

  • Sometimes Gill, I wonder whether I'm just feeling sorry for myself and not thinking enough of OH in these moments.

  • Thank you so much dingg. I realise it is a hard time for you. All my love and prayers are with you. I hope you find some comfort in this group. Look after yourself sweetheart.xxx

  • No, I doubt that Uki. It's because you are thinking of her and that's why you feel so sad Cry

    We had a lousy day yesterday, I had to get the canoe out to paddle through the lake of tears we'd created. I also thought I was feeling far too sorry for myself but it's because OH looks so sad and vulnerable sometimes. I want him to be better but can't do that, then feel like a failure. I guess that's how you feel too.

    Today I'm trying to put a positive slant on things, so I'll see how that goes. Come on lovey, we're in the same boat, or should that be canoe! xxx

  • Hello. 
    That’s good that you have got a plan now. How are you feeling about it? Sending hugs. xx