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4 months since I finished treatment and I'm exhausted. Has anyone else struggled with fatigue?

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Hello, I’m just wondering if anyone can relate. It’s been four months since I finished chemotherapy, radiotherapy and brachytherapy which was given over 5 weeks. Thankfully I didn’t have too many side effects but currently going through the menopause and started HRT. I am really struggling with exhaustion. No matter how much sleep I get (sleeping for around 12 hours each night) I crave even more. Energy levels are zero. I’m due back at work this week, worried about how I’m going to manage. Has anyone else struggled with fatigue? Any advice would be much appreciated. 

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  • Hello aggie1612,

    I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling with fatigue after completing your treatments.

    Many cancer survivors can relate to feeling exhausted during and after treatment and I hope some of them here on Cancer Chat will be here soon to share their stories with you.

    The other thing I wanted to mention is that we have a page in our website which covers fatigue and the ways it can be treated, in case you feel like having a read.

    It's important to listen to your body and prioritise self-care. Make sure to communicate with your doctors about your fatigue and any concerns about returning to work as they may be able to offer advice or adjustments to help you manage. 

    I hope you feel better soon.

    Best wishes,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hello aggie1612,

    I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling with fatigue after completing your treatments.

    Many cancer survivors can relate to feeling exhausted during and after treatment and I hope some of them here on Cancer Chat will be here soon to share their stories with you.

    The other thing I wanted to mention is that we have a page in our website which covers fatigue and the ways it can be treated, in case you feel like having a read.

    It's important to listen to your body and prioritise self-care. Make sure to communicate with your doctors about your fatigue and any concerns about returning to work as they may be able to offer advice or adjustments to help you manage. 

    I hope you feel better soon.

    Best wishes,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

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