Hey guys, I have been self-harming for 8 years.

The older I got the more the feelings came and went.

As of recently, I've been cutting myself a lot. There was almost no space left on my arm so a couple months ago I turned to my legs. Walking is now extremely painful, and standing still is worse. It feels like it's burning or something's putting pressure on the scar. I take care to use antibiotics, gauze and clean blades.

Has anyone else felt similar? When is it necessary to see a nurse?

Also, what do you do to not self-harm?