Fatigue

Having had a stoma fitted in January of this year, followed by 5 1/2 weeks of radiotherapy ( with 2 weeks of chemo at the beginining and at the end) I am suffering horrendously with fatigue.

do you please have any advice as to how I deal with it? I can manage a 'normal' day followed by 3 or 4 days pretty well flat on my back and sleeping 24hrs at a time?

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  • Hi Neil, 

    Sorry to hear you are suffering from fatigue. I've been looking after a friend who has been suffering from this as well. It's a totally normal side effect from treatment. We have found that taking a few naps throughout the day helps (but be careful not to oversleep as that doesn't help). If you can manage it it's also helpful to actively note when you feel high and low energy levels.

    Also if there are any arduous tasks that are difficult don't be afraid to ask for help. Macmillan offer a incredible volunteer service where they can come round to your house and help you out. I've also been looking at a company called Live Better With who offer some useful guides which explain why and practical steps you can take to deal with fatigue. I hope this was a little helpful. (Sorry if it wasn't I know how frustrating it is when you are always tired!) My thoughts are with you. Claire 

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  • Hi Neil, 

    Sorry to hear you are suffering from fatigue. I've been looking after a friend who has been suffering from this as well. It's a totally normal side effect from treatment. We have found that taking a few naps throughout the day helps (but be careful not to oversleep as that doesn't help). If you can manage it it's also helpful to actively note when you feel high and low energy levels.

    Also if there are any arduous tasks that are difficult don't be afraid to ask for help. Macmillan offer a incredible volunteer service where they can come round to your house and help you out. I've also been looking at a company called Live Better With who offer some useful guides which explain why and practical steps you can take to deal with fatigue. I hope this was a little helpful. (Sorry if it wasn't I know how frustrating it is when you are always tired!) My thoughts are with you. Claire 

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