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

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Soc 5 months ago in reply to Anythingnoodle

So sorry to hear about your wife. Hope she is on the road to recovery. You have alot on your plate but you are strong and can get through it. Sending big hugs.xxx

Anythingnoodle 5 months ago in reply to Soc

Im a very positive person just a little challenging at times!

Soc 5 months ago in reply to Anythingnoodle

That goes a long way. My son is always telling me to stay positive but I find it very hard.

Anythingnoodle 5 months ago in reply to Soc

I suppose i was taken by surprise. Im just waiting histology to zee if i need chemo or not.

Soc 5 months ago in reply to Anythingnoodle

Hope your treatment goes well. My son had chemo last year. It was tough but he is all clear now. I am sure you will be the same. Please keep us updated it has been lovely talking to you. I need surgery to remove a tumour then radiotherapy for 4 weeks.

Gill H 5 months ago in reply to Anythingnoodle

Evening Noodle and a warm welcome from me too, hon.

Sorry to hear about your wife's problems and yours also, but this group's fantastic for getting things off your chest and chatting to all the lovely people here. You've already met Soc - she's a legend and the queen of Muller Corners! If it all sounds a bit bonkers that's because it can be, at times, but it all helps us to get through the tough times.

You try to stay positive my lovely, even though that in itself is a challenge.

Wishing you and your wife all the very best of everything xxx

Anythingnoodle 5 months ago in reply to Soc

Likewise. I will keep in touch. Try and get some sleep.

Soc 5 months ago in reply to Anythingnoodle

Thank you anythingnoodle goodnight hope you sleep well.xxx

Gill H 5 months ago in reply to Dingg

Hi Dingg

Everything crossed here that hubby's condition improves as soon as possible my lovely. I'm gutted for you both and praying that something can be done for him as you've both suffered enough.

Sending you so much love sweetheart xxx

Gill H 5 months ago in reply to Soc

Night night Sonia, and sleep well hon xxx

Two words - Forest gumption! I laughed out loud! xxx