Dermatillomania

An itch I shouldn't scratch.

Skin bleeding—I don't care,


I fade into the pain—elated trance,


Before realizing the torment.


It's too late.


The damage is done,

Might as well keep scratching,


Despite the blood and

Broken skin.


I try to stop, clipping my nails

Short, but I'll still find a way.


I beg myself to stop.

Maybe one day.