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.

Sbird 3 months ago in reply to Gill H

Hi Gill

We're in Rouen and have had a wander into the town this afternoon. There is a market here although it's not a big one. We're going to go back in again tomorrow and visit the cathedral as well.

Sbird 3 months ago in reply to Fizzy9f8e421

Hello Fizzy

Sorry that you find yourself in the cancer club. Good luck with the chemo.

Gill H 3 months ago in reply to Sbird

Ooh, how wonderful Helen. All the medieval Gothic buildings, cobblestones and indeed the cathedral. Not to mention where Joan of Arc met her grisly end. Lap it all up and enjoy. Have a cosy night in the MH hon xxx

Lynne 592bf2f0 3 months ago in reply to Fizzy9f8e421

Hi Lesley sending you big hugs for Wednesday.

lilymoo 3 months ago

Hi there my name charisse I have daughter Lily 3 year old I just found out she as large spleen truner symptoms and heart problem and she got have ovaries taken out because that where cancer his need support with it

lilymoo 3 months ago in reply to Lynne 592bf2f0

Need speak to someone for support

Gill H 3 months ago in reply to lilymoo

Hello lilymoo and a warm welcome to our friendly group.

I've just seen your post but I have to do my OH's care routine just now. If you'd like to put down what's troubling you, I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Others might be along too to help you my lovely xxxx

Beekeeper527494c 3 months ago in reply to lilymoo

Hi Lilymoo , I am newly diagnosed, so only have my experience up to now. I can listen though. There are lots on here who have experience to maybe help. There is a number to ring to speak to nurses i think. Im still navigating my way around this site. All I can say is you're not alone. Sorry can't be more help Hugs x

Millibob 3 months ago in reply to lilymoo

Hello lilymoo

Welcome to the online Community, although I am so sorry to find you joining us. You can contact our Support Line on

0808 808 00 00 (8am to 8pm 7 days a week) - it's a free call.

If you add a little about your cancer issues/diagnosis the wonderful members of this group will also be able to offer support too.

If you need any help in navigating the Community, please do get back to me.

Best wishes - Brian.

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Gill H 3 months ago in reply to lilymoo

Hi there Charisse

Your original post has just popped up, but may I say how sorry I am to hear about Lily's diagnosis and how dreadfully unfair that cancer has hit one so young.

I'm sure Lily's doctors will do everything in their power to make her well again, so hold on to that. You need support too, so when Brian comes back and sees your post, he'll hopefully be able to give you links to forums where you can connect with others in a similar situation, and share your concerns with them.

Meanwhile, post here anytime you like and we'll offer as much support as we can. Sending Lily and yourself massive hugs and all our best wishes my love xxx