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

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  • Morning Rie Relaxed

    Good to know you got a better sleep hon. You're definitely doing the right thing by keeping occupied and the boys' routine stable.

    Kez gave you good advice a couple of days ago about what to expect, and I think you'll find Macmillan also has links about starting treatments.

    Anyway lovey, sending you the very best for tomorrow and try to remain as calm as you can do. We've got your back Rie, and you'll be in our thoughts tomorrow.

    Hugs and love sweetheart xxx

  • Deffo got your back as Gill said. We're there holding your hand.

  • Aww look at that little snoozer! I hope I do fall asleep through it but if not I'm taking a book and some headphones for me to listen to music or a podcast. I'll be having the cold cap so will be there a good few hours. 

    It's a battle I wish I didn't have to fight but it won't last forever is that I keep telling myself x

  • It is a fight and you're a ninja warrior. Bring it on.

  • Morning Uki and Pippin Cat2

    Aw poor your OH, having nightmares - I had one too and it was grim. I hope she's not too distressed this morning.

    Hey, I thought it was unusual, getting a phone call to break the news about OH, but now I've learnt you had the same. Not easy to forget, but let's leave it in the past.

    Did you get a better sleep after meeting up with your friends hon? xxx

  • Thank you so much Gill.

    I will go back and take another look at Kez's reply with rested eyes xx

  • No worries Rie. Look after yourself sweetie xxx

  • Hi Rie I hope everything goes well for you tomorrow. Sending hugs

    Linda xxx

  • Hi Rie. Exactly that... It will not last forever. It is a moment in time that you will look back on and realise just how strong you are and that you were able to get through it. Lean on everyone you need to and take all the help and support you need. 

    Will be thinking of you