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

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  • 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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  • great story gill/ they dont make them like they used to!

  • Sonia, I was the same as yourself when I got poorly. I was getting worried at the amount of paracetamol I was throwing down my neck but when pain gets that bad it's the only option.

    Crazy times but thank goodness we're all in a better place now, fingers crossed hon xxx

  • thanks gill. i have only needed 2 co codamol today and that was for back pain i have got osteoarthritis

  • You take whatever you need sweetheart, and if they work, then that's a result.

    I've got OA in my knees, but walking eases it a bit and Volterol does the job too. I doubt I've got it as bad as you lovey, and it's more likely cos I'm knocking on and bad knees run in the family. When OH was in hospital for all those months I lost weight from running about every day, but now I'm filling my face again I've noticed the extra weight doesn't help my sodding knees. I know what to do but I like food too much - maybe a few less Cornettos. I'll have a serious think. 

    Now you get yourself settled hon, and sleep well again when you're ready xxx

  • thanks gill. i have put half a stone on. i need to cut down on my muller corners! i know you love your cornettos. i am off to bed now so will say good night and sleep well sweetie. xxx

  • It's 4:02 and I am sat on the edge of my bed. I've been awake since 12:30.

    My feet are not behaving again.

    Trying to relax, think lovely thoughts, singing in my head etc.

    Thinking, as I tap my phone...."I wonder which other poor soul has been rawling about in their bed".

    Time to get up! 

  • Hi Allmum

    Yes it's been a long night here too. I have slept but have seen ajmost every hour. Counting backwards from 1000 is my latest trick. It does help me get some sleep atleast! I'll probably get up soon and do some ironing just to keep me busy. 

    I've never had issues with sleeping so it's  frustrating as to why they have developed now when I'm on recovery, post treatment, when you'd think I'm feeling better physically and mentally. Bloody Cancer! 

  • That's great news Dingg. So good to hear your OH is turning a corner xxxx

  • Morning gang Smile 

    I'm in the same club - not THE club but I've been waking up every couple of hours too and Alllmum Blue heart RLS as well! Grrrrr 

    Are you still on regular neb sessions James? We've upped OH's because of the weather - it's caused his hayfever to flare and he's spluttering all the time and that's flared his mucous even more! As you said, bloody cancer.

    Julie, I hope you're doing okay today my love? It's just about all we can hope for sweeties.

    Well guys, I'll get another coffee and then run a bath as it might bring me round a bit. Sending you all big hugs and lots of love xxx

  • Good morning to you. Enjoy your day x