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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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Good morning Star 
and a very warm welcome to our group.
Firstly, brilliant news on getting the all clear, but I'm well aware that doesn't help feeling depressed and exhausted after everything you've been through - I'm my OH's carer and I witness this on a daily basis. However, he took ill health retirement last year, so you have the added stress of being at work.
Have you spoken to your CNS or doctor, as it sounds like it's all hit you now, after the event, and the panicky breathing and low moods are signs you need further help my love. You could set the ball rolling by speaking to your line manager at work, as they're duty bound to put strategies in place for employees after a cancer diagnosis.
I understand the waking up after a couple of hours and being unable to get back off - a major pain in the derrière! But don't despair, or suffer in silence, as there are steps you can take to get yourself back on track if you reach out for help. It's not a weakness to do this - it's crucial for your health and peace of mind sweetheart.
Sending you hugs and hope xxx
Morning Julie 
Good advice to Jake, as you're both in the same wobbly boat! I discovered a series on Netflix that I'm going to give a go tonight - I'm hoping it won't be good and will bore me off to sleep! I live in hope.
Your chemo treatments seem to be whipping round so quickly! I hope you see that as a positive thing, and good luck with today's sweetheart. We've got to go to Wakefield this morning for OH fitting with a portable ECG device. The fun never stops!
Big hugs sweetie xxx
We're living the life Gill! Living the life!! 
