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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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Good morning Tracey, and welcome aboard 
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So sorry to hear about what you're going through, but Brian and Jane's experiences have indicated you're definitely not alone when our parents reach the end stage of their lives.
Both my elderly parents were hospitalised when they reached theirs, albeit 5 years apart, but I can resonate with your feelings of guilt. It's natural but don't beat yourself up as you can only do so much - let the professionals take the brunt of the medical stuff and you take care of the genuine love giving.
Tracey, drop in here anytime you want though, as you'll always find many who'll listen if you're having a bad day, can't sleep, fancy a rant or just need a shoulder. It's cathartic to write something down and get it out of your system. Many of us have made good online friends by doing just that, and it all helps enormously on this often isolating journey.
Sending you warmest hugs sweetheart xxx
