Sleeping or not!

I had Vulval cancer last year, which was thankfully all removed - in May (along with all the lymph nodes in my groin - in August). I am suddenly starting to have either sleepless nights - just lying there thinking about what happened, or else dreams that involve the cancer. Just wondered if anyone else has had similar. Feel very alone.

  • Hello Alex53,

    Poor you it can't be fun to be suffering from insomnia and when you do find sleep it must be awful to have to deal with these cancer related nightmares. Have you talked to your doctor about it? Your doctor may have some good tips for you on this to help you feel a little more restful and enjoy a good night's sleep again.

    It sounds like your cancer experience left a deep mark which is completely understandable.I am sure there are many other people who are also having trouble sleeping and having vivid dreams as a result and I hope they will be along soon to share their experience with you.

    Best wishes,

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

  • Thank you Lucie. I am seeing the doctor tomorrow, so I will ask his advice.