Sleep problems and sex hormone symptoms in women
Some cancer treatments can lower the levels of sex hormones in the body. The main female sex hormones are oestrogen and progesterone. Low levels of sex hormones can cause hot flushes or anxiety, making sleep difficult. Coping with other symptoms can feel worse if you are not sleeping well. On average most adults need around 7 to 9 hours of sleep a day. But some people may need more while others manage with less. Sleeplessness (insomnia) Insomnia is when you have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep at night. An occasional night without sleep will make you tired the following day.