Hi,
I can relate to what you say, I used self inflicted pain on and off for many years, but never left a scar until approximately 1 1/2 years ago . I am well and truly hooked, trying to give up and haven't burned fo over a month but unable so far to go more than a day without hurting myself, even with specialist help. It is very distressing for my husband to see the wounds and scars. Some wounds take many months to heal and I feel guilty that I'm now using NHS resources to dress wounds that aren't healing properly even without infection. If you can avoid this addiction, please do, it's more destructive than it seems at first. Regards and hugs,