Awake and up all night

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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

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  • Happy birthday Gill. Hope you have a lovely day.xxx

  • You've always been nice here Steve, and kind too Two hearts

    Giving up the bus driving has obviously brought out the best in you, and your Julie must be thrilled to bits! xxx

  • Well done Ray for going to urology. I hope your cushions and curtains have arrived. I am sure they will look lovely. I have nearly finished my second week of radiotherapy. 2 weeks to go.xxx

  • Thank you Sonia Heartbeat It's been really pleasant today and OH has actually smiled a good few times! Maybe I should try and fool him there's an old tradition that birthdays are celebrated for a month. Dunno if he'll swallow that.

    Almost two weeks of RT down now hon. You get some rest and sleep my lovely xxx

  • Thank you Gill. I feel exhausted. I have taken a leaf out of your book and had an afternoon nap. Hope OH keeps his good mood. You are a good influence on him. Have a great day and many Happy returns.xxx

  • Happy Birthday Gill, I hope you enjoy your day.

    Made in 1956. Tested to destruction.

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  • Thank you Derek Relaxed️ no upsets at all to report which is a minor miracle. I'll try and keep the momentum going at least until tomorrow - then it's the dentist for OH. Good job he's not nervous about it!

    Hugs up to Taddy hon xxx

  • Hello Gill

    Another Happy Birthday wish from me too -Birthday. It's not good this getting old business - it's my 71st on Saturday!! Cold sweat.

    Enjoy your day.

    Kind regards - Brian xx

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  • Yes she is she is one in a million she does suffer with her health which is not very good that's why I'm happy to be home to look after her money is nothing as long as we both have a little bit in hour batteries and the other thing she did not tell me she was 5 years older than me lol 

  • I agree with you, and I think that there is something about seeing a robin. xx