I didn't realise I was still getting replies on this thread! Thanks everyone for the support; it means a lot.
I am sorry to say I have actually tried to purge again

I must like torturing myself or something. I keep thinking about doing it again even though I hate doing it. I have even been thinking of other ways to purge (laxatives) but I have so far resisted purchasing any. Ugh, I am such a mess.