How is everyone with trich doing? - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Message Board

Bickering over nothing · 02-22-2003, 06:59 PM

I was just wondering how everyone with trich is doing. I have not pulled any eyelashes or eyebrows in a few months, and I haven't pulled any head hair in a few weeks. How is everyone else with trich doing?

mank · 02-23-2003, 07:04 AM

Hey there Bickering...
No help here...I have pulled out more hair in the past 3 to 4 weeks then I have in a long time.
Talked to my doctor, I told her I am ready for therapy now....
and we are seeking therapy. She is suppose to call with an appointment when she finds out who my insurance will take.
My doctor alos changed my medication from Paxil CR to lexapro.
Take care and great job on not pulling as much!!!
MANK

Anonymity · 02-25-2003, 10:07 AM

I am doing well. I still pull a few head-hairs daily (I think I always will), but I am desperately trying to lay off for my wedding and honeymoon. I must admit, however, that I am growing increasingly uneasy and concerned about the possible pulling fall-out that could occur once my wedding and honeymoon are over. It's funny, my hair-pulling is better right now, but the stress of wedding plans is really getting to me. My mood swings are worse than ever. I think my doctor's going to try a new medicine soon... I am not sure what. I will let you all know!

mank · 03-02-2003, 08:37 AM

Hey Anon...
How soon is your wedding???
I took my son to the doctor the other day and I asked her if she found out anything on thereapy sessions yet. She said she is still working. My insurance only pays for a mental facility and she wants me to go one on one with an outside source...so I am sure it is all the paperwork and referrals that take so long so that the insurance will cover it.
Funny though...I had my husband drop of an envolpe for my doctor. I printed out some interesting topics on Trich that I thought might help her learn more about Trich...if she doesn't know already.
ha!
Was that stupid???
MANK

kidsrulemom · 03-07-2003, 01:05 AM

I am 28 and a single mom of a 9 girl & 5 boy. Left husband while dealing w/ cervical cancer w/o any support system, then financially and emotionally ruined by next boyfrien who ended up stalking me, which brought on a new world of anxiety, hard time leaving my home, pulling out my hair and even thoughts of suicide. I would really like to meet people who I can talk w/o leaving my comfort zone. (HOME)I don't have any close friends and horrible relationship w/parents - the more I research Anxiety, I feel I have had it all of my life but at manageable level, yet still alienting myself. Tried seeking medical help but always feel worse than before. Not being UNDERSTOOD!!!!!! Please help me.

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