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Not sleeping

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Kassiebeetle
Kassiebeetle

Having most awful time with not sleeping. Only getting 3 hours sleep or no sleep. My body clock is shot. On 12 MGM's pred which I take between 1-2 am. Saw GP who has suggested Melatonin. Has anyone tried this or any other suggestions. I do fall asleep in the chair sometimes during the day and have little sleeps but I try not to do this. I am not very active but am seeing an exercise physiologist today and will be starting swimming in a heated pool this week.

Thanks for your help. Kathy

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  • bora72124
    bora72124 Kassiebeetle

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    Best of luck Kathy. Know haw it feels mi 4 th year living with it and still learning to live with it. 
    • Kassiebeetle
      Kassiebeetle bora72124

      Posted

      Hi there,

      Are you having trouble sleeping?

      It can be such a roller coaster ride. Yesterday I went to see an exercise physiologist and during the assessment she got me to do some exercises like standing up from a chair stretching my hamstrings nothing too strenuous. This morning I am so sore all over. Feel like I have been run over by a big bus. Will have to go slowly but I need to get strength back. I have turned into a big lump of lard. But I am going to persist to try and get my fitness back. Looking forward to my new me. Will keep you all posted.

      Cheers

      Kathy

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