Waking up with a start, dropping feeling

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Hi,
This may have been covered elsewhere.

I was diagnosed 5 years ago with metatastised PC in my pelvic lymph nodes, i've had Radiotherapy and have been on Aberaterone and Prednisilone with 6 monthly injections.

Last night i had 2 episodes during the night of waking with a start because of a 'dropping' feeling (best way i can describe it) it's rattled me a bit.

Is this normal with long term hormone replacement therapy?

Ta

  • Hi 

    I am not medically trained but I don’t think it’s anything to do with your treatment . 

    Feeling like you are falling and waking up with a jerk is a common, harmless phenomenon called a hypnic jerk  or sleep start. It’s about your muscles being relaxed as you awaken. 

    hope that helps a bit but always check with your cancer team if your concerned 

    liz & OH xx