Awake and up all night

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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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Soc 6 months ago in reply to Rie

So sorry to hear this rie. It is shocking behaviour . They don't seem to know what they are doing. I would complain.

Rie 6 months ago in reply to Soc

I am going to now. It feels like it's the inevitable. I just wish I didn't have to spend the energy on it

Soc 6 months ago in reply to Ukiboy

So sorry uki they should be ashamed. Sending big hugs to you.xxx

Gill H 6 months ago in reply to Rie

Some dreadful accounts of incompetence for yourself, Uki and no doubt others here, Rie.

You rant away my love, and no apologies needed as you'll feel better for getting it out.

Make that complaint and go after those that should be held accountable for lax care and attention. In the meantime, gather yourself and grab a cup of choice that will soothe.

Sending hugs and strength lovely - this lousy situation won't go on forever xxx

Gill H 6 months ago in reply to Ukiboy

In total agreement with Soc, Uki. Those responsible for their crass negligence towards your poor wife should be ashamed.

Hugs and love to you both my friend xxx

Soc 6 months ago in reply to Gill H

Thank you Gill hugs back to you my lovely. Anyone with a bit of decency should at least apologise. I feel for uki he must have gone through hell.

Soc 6 months ago in reply to Rie

As if you haven't enough to deal with at the moment. You will need plenty of rest with your chemo so don't take on too much. You are a strong person. Sending lots of love and hugs.xxx

Gill H 6 months ago in reply to Soc

Without a doubt sweetie, and I feel so bad for both of them. The trouble is, patients are just a number to a lot of the profession which is understandable as they have to remain detached. That doesn't excuse gross incompetence and any of them, who possess a shred of common decency, should damn well apologise. It won't right the wrongs done though.

You keep warm lovely, as it's come really chilly. Hugs and love sweetheart xxx

Soc 6 months ago in reply to Gill H

Aww thank you Gill. I have got my thermal vest on. I know an apology won't make any difference. It makes my blood boil Gill.xxx

Ukiboy 6 months ago in reply to Gill H

You know Gill, I think we no longer have the energy to kick up a fuss. Just prolongs the anger and sadness of what's happened. We have a consultant who wouldn't win any awards at a stand up comedy competition, but what can you do. She knows her stuff but maybe lacks the human touch.