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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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Just got results. A bit mixed. All lung cancer is stable. Brain tumors stable and one bit shrunk. One bit slightly larger.The tension is so big. I just wanted to have an eye leak but kept it under wraps. Want to keep positive and not give the C any more power then it already has.
Hello Ukiboy
Thank you for your update - whilst it's not all positive you have used the word "stable". which is good.
You are doing an amazing job providing support. I know it's hard supporting a loved one and especially someone close. Stay positive, think positive and remember we are here for you if you need to let off steam.
It's people like you who are the unrecognised heroes when it comes to supporting someone with cancer. Speaking as someone who is incurable I know how WE value YOUR support -
Thank you.

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