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

Be a part of the supportive Community in this discussion thread.

  • Hiya hon Wave 

    OH's as well as he can be, but thanks for asking lovely. Me? Busy comfort eating red velvet cake and cream which is bonkers at this hour. Eat me now vibes were coming from the kitchen and I couldn't resist.

    Hey hon, are you doing ok with finances as you mentioned about looking for work a couple of months ago? I hope so, sweetheart but other than that you're doing so well keeping it together and moving forward. Hubby will be so proud of you so spend the Boots cards on something he'll know you like.

    I don't know about Compo and Clegg but I'm morphing into Norah Batty by the day. A ton of make-up is needed here! 

    Sending big hugs xxx Hugging HuggingHugging

  • I haven't been on to follow peoples posts properly lately  but just going to sign off to try and get some sleep. To all the folk on here having treatment this week thinking of you and don't forget to get a cuppa and food at the hospital if you can and are up to it because it does help as so much energy gets used up in nervous energy, and your tired and trying to take it all in. We found out the opening times of the various canteens to try to make it for the dinners they were serving...

    Sending hugs xxxx

  • Night night Dinggy Sparkling heart hoping you get a restful sleep Zzz

    Hugs and love sweetheart xxx

  • Hello Dingg, it's so nice to see you posting here now and then and to hear how you have found quite a few snippets of positivity which are helping you to smile and feel close to those precious memories. It is something to build on. A private NHS cubicle indeed Grinning !  I was ushered out of my cubicle by a busy nurse who did not tell me exactly where to go. Wandering about lost in a crowded waiting room with an open backed gown on was a surreal experience. Only in hospitals!  No need to reply. I must head upstairs soon. Love and hugs flying your way.  Ray xxx 

  • Thank you so much Gill

    Forms wise its crazy even my carers money hasn't even arrived after months, but doing ok, thanks for thinking to ask me.

    Love that cake..l think our bodies tell us what we need and if we need extra food l think the energy is needed. 

    Lol Nora, well l got on a bus and the driver said where you going sir ??

    I was wearing a silly hat as it was raining so hopefully it was that.....x otherwise I'll never get my dream carer as a beauty queen Laughing

    Love and hugs xx

  • JoyJoyJoy Love it! I've not been mistaken for a bloke...yet! Being asked if I'm OH's mum is bad enough!

    I'm just imagining Ray wandering around in his gown with his backside on public view Joy

    You get some sleep now lovey xxxZzzZzzZzz

  • Night to you too Ray, and sleep well hon.

    Love and hugs coming your way xxx

  • Good luck with your appointment.Love Jane xx

  • Haven't been on so regularly as trying to help my daughter buy her first house, but just wanted to send my love to you all. Sending my love to all who have treatments next week. OH has scans soon and a bone jab next week. All my love to everyone.

  • Morning Uki Relaxed️ 

    Don't worry about posting hon, as house buying is very time consuming. It's exciting when you get a result though Thumbsup

    The very best of luck for when your OH has her appointments, and anyone waiting for results Pray

    All our love back to you both and cuddles for our Pippin Smiley cat xxx