I am learning to not be so stubborn and listen to my doctor more. The week after chemo I don't sleep well from all the junk in my system and it can be frustrating (since normally I can sleep anywhere at any time). I had been given lorazepam to help me sleep along with my collection of other side effect drugs, but given that even non-drowsy cold meds make me conk out and drool I have been leery of taking any sleep aids because I hate feeling sedated and groggy the next day. Plus, I don't like to take medication unless I absolutely have to...I'm odd that way. I have a high pain tolerance and like to be in touch with my body to a certain degree to not overmedicate...and with all this stuff they give me for chemo my overmedicate bells are ringing off the hook :)
Me? Stubborn? Nah... ;)
At my prechemo visit after he noticed my worsening sleep issues noted in my treatment diary my doc really pushed me to try even half a pill to help me sleep - he felt with these new side effects having a good night's sleep might help me face up to them with a clearer stronger mind and body.
So I listened...and he was right. These last two nights I have slept SO much better and am waking clear headed feeling ready to face the day. Ready for the aches to come. I'm in such a better frame of mind with 8 hours of sleep instead of a wishy washy 2.
Thanks Doc :)
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My father liked to quote (from somewhere) "Sleep is the beginning of health."
Mary Anne in Kentucky
SO GLAD TO READ THIS.
sleep is the first step to a better better day.
xo
I'm also stubborn with meds, but sometimes it's just gotta be done. So glad you listened and got good results from the meds. And now, I will sing you a lullaby, so listen closely so you can hear it over the Interwebs wires....
Lorazapam is a gift from the pharma gods!
I used to take half when I was having trouble sleeping due to anxiety. Just when needed.
Go rest! :)
((checking back in on you))
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