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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.

  • in reply to Ukiboy

    Thank you so much xxx

  • Morning folks. Still awake at gone 4  remember to mention The Three  Legs Musical noteNotes cheers

  • in reply to ShimmeringUnicorn

    Morning Shimmers Sunflower 

    Same here, couldn't get off Pensive 

    Yep, I'll remember to mention it and also if she witnessed any 'singers'! Off in a couple of mins and you have a good day too hon. xxx Wave 

  • in reply to Amandas

    Sorry I haven't been keeping up (just too much fatigue after stem cell collection). Is your scan ok? I hope so xxx

  • in reply to Gill H

    I was also slow getting to sleep. 4am was the last time I remember seeing before nodding off. At 11am a scruffy bloke who I would not trust for a second bashed on my door. I do not answer door bashers. When I came downstairs later, a screwed up Reform leaflet had been stuffed halfway through the letter box. He needs some schooling. I keep meaning to get a 'No Callers' sticker. A big '*GO AWAY' sign which lit up would be more satisfying *(or words to that effect). I still feel half asleep now (1-40pm).  xxx 

  • in reply to Julie2468

    Nice to see you post Julie. No need to reply. Sending best wishes and hope the fatigue eases with each day. xxx

  • in reply to RayMK

    Sheeesh! On way to see pal but of course buses not showing up etc n koo! It's getting windier and windier!

    Awe, afternoon nap on the cards?

    Cheers

  • in reply to Julie2468

    Ooh forgot to say hi when I was diddling about earlier. How are things really?

    You-know-who had fantastic news but I will let them tell you themselves

    Cheers

  • in reply to RayMK

    Afternoon Raymondo Blush 

    I'm glad you've caught up with some sleep Sleeping hon, but you could have done without the door basher Rage Get a notice for it - No callers of any description allowed - EVER! Might do the trick.

    Well I got a few hours in, went to eldest's and enquired about The Three Legs pub in Leeds. I'll make a separate post to Shimmers to prove I've done my homework - watching shorts dedicated to the place on YouTube. Brilliant!

    Hopefully you're relaxing and unwinding now Ray, and not scoffing protein-packed weevils to enhance the flavour of home cooked Yorkshire puddings. Yum 

    Mmmm. Enjoy xxx

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