Awake and up all night

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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."
Community member, ‘Pancreatic cancer’ group

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  • Morning

    Looks like there's been a lot of sleep overnight. 

    I'm off for a haircut soon and Alan's working at James' again.

    Before I worked at the Doctor's surgery we had some dragon receptionists but as the practice expanded then more younger receptionists were taken on and it changed the atmosphere. I joined them during covid which was very difficult but I like to think I was one of the good ones and when I meet patients around town some of them say they miss me, especially as I just disappeared due to having cancer.

    H 

  • Morning Helen Blush 

    I'm certain you were never a dragon hon. I totally get the need for blocking would be patients who'd broken a finger nail but the old school mob took it to extremes. The new breed of mainly younger receptionists are much more pleasant.

    Relax and enjoy your haircut - don't you just love the snipping of the scissors? Scissors️ There must be a word for that xxx

  • Cancer has stabilised and not grown, so good news. Consultant was smiling and chatted.Slight smile

  • Great news Uki! I'm so happy for you both and you must be really relieved. Well done your OH.

    Rosa's reaction must be a positive too. Hugs and love to you both xxx

  • Great news uki. So pleased for you. Sending all my good wishes.xxx

  • That is good news Uki. Long may it continue! Relaxed️ Hope you got through the day ok xxx

  • Hello. 
    I am glad that your appointment went well, and that the ball is rolling. 
    It’s good to know when things are happening. xx

  • Yes, it is. It's going to be a busy couple of months! Hope you are well xx

  • Brilliant  

    It's great to have some good news on the group. Just brilliant.

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  • Cancer has stabilised and not grown, so good news.

    That is good news. 

    H