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
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  • Thank you so much Amanda for your lovely post. You have given me hope. Come on here anytime of the day or night always someone to chat to. It has been a tremendous support to me as I live on my own and get lonely. I have been divorced for 37 years my daughter is 45 and son is 42. I am 74. You are still young compared to me. Age doesn't matter when it comes to friendship. So glad you have got a lovely family to support you. Sending hugs and love.xxx

  • Hi Sbird and Ukiboy 

    Thanks for your replies both.  I was worried when they said they were delaying my cycle but to be honest the last week has given me the opportunity to enjoy some nice food and have a little walk each day. My blood count was low aswell. 

    I will be so pleased to finished the next 3 it has been a very long and emotional time over the last 7 months. 

    Amanda xx

  • Your body is doing hard work.

  • Hi Amandas. Pretty much mirrors exactly what happened with my OH. Delaying and low blood count. I think it's pretty common. Honestly, enjoy the rest.

  • Hi Soc

    im so pleased my post was of some comfort or reassurance. I can remember worrying about the operation and we wouldnt be human if we werent scared, but we have to put our trust in the surgeons as they have done these operations time after time. 

    Look forward to chatting to you. Our families give us a purpose to fight this like lionesses Gift heart

    Take care

    Amanda 

  • Hi Ukiboy

    its reassuring to hear that its common to have these kind of delays i was panicking really until i spoke to my specialust nurse.

    Yes i been trying to relax and make the most of it. I know next week is going to be difficult again as the first 8 of 9 days are hard but then it starts to pass and i start to feel like myself again. X

    Amanda 

  • You're totally right. It certainly can be a lonely journey.The amazing friends I've made here have helped me so much.

  • Sorry I forgot to say welcome to the group.

  • Have they given you things like mouth gel,  emollient cream, constipation tablets to help with any side effects?