#trichask

[pushingthepull]

hey, I'm 16 years old and I've had trich for 5 years, since I developed anorexia. I recovered from my eating disorder last year but my trich never got any better and I always assumed to two were interlinked in some way. recently I got a whole heap worse and my eyelashes won't grow back anymore and it really gets me down. I am terrified to go back to a doctor though incase they re-diagnose my eating disorder. that's my biggest fear. what should I do? I've had it with this disorder:(

First of all, well done on recovering from your eating disorder. That is really fantastic to hear!

If you would like to try and tackle Trich on your own I would recommend using Coconut Oil. This product is great for hair growth and makes it hard to grasp the hairs when applied.I can understand why you would feel an aversion to the doctors, however a visit to your GP would most likely be a positive thing. They only have your best interests at heart. They may have to look at your diet and how it is affecting your hair growth, but most of the time Trich is treated using cognitive therapy. Good luck x

[pushingthepull]

Hi, I have never been officially diagnosed with Trich, and I'm not even certain I have it. I have seen a lot of pictures on Tumblr and I don't really have bold spots I don't know if this is because I pull less of that I am imagining having Trich. When I get nervous, stressed or worried I start playing with my hair until I start pulling it out and I pull at least once a day. I try to stop but never know what to do with my hands, they always find a way back to my hair. Do you think I have TTM?

Throughout high school I fiddled and pulled my hair, but never did any noticeable damage. It wasn’t until my first year of University that it became out of control and I lost my eyelashes. I then googled hair pulling and realised it had a name. It’s great that you have picked up on this early. If you are pulling regularly due to tension or stress then I think you can safely say that you do have TTM. The important thing, however, is not to panic about the diagnosis but instead work on reducing this behaviour before you create bald spots. Try keeping your hands busy and incorporating relaxation into your everyday life. There are plenty of tips listed on the internet, I’m very sorry I don’t have a list available on my page. Good luck x

[pushingthepull]

To your anon who said that they feel almost possessed and need to move around etc- you are not alone. I feel exactly the same way. I thought I was alone until I read that. You can come talk to me if you'd like- my ask is open.

Thanks for the reassuring message.Here you go, Anon x