Had it since i was 7 oldest.

It really is the worst.

Never had a relationship, (i'm in my mid 20's)
Don't know if i'll ever be able to.

Its excruciating to walk past anyone in the street.. and often brings on a state of panic.
So i often just stay at home.

It really is a horrible illness. And very surprisingly doesn't have its own sub forum at pychecentral…. especially considering it effects over 1% of the population.