Requirements for an unusual withdrawal

Frustrating beyond comprehension
We all have our little problems
/fetishes
/vices
/eccentricities

How many people are addicted to theirs?

I'd slice myself up if it'd provide a measure of relief
But pain isn't what I need
/crave
/require
/lust for

Jesus, why does withdrawal hurt so much?

Just give me a few liquid rubies
To satisfy my thirst
/hunger
/desire
/cravings

The violence is kicking in to combat insanity

I can see my face in the redemption
Just a thin layer of skin and morals
Standing between me and my
/drug
/fix
/need
/elixir

I promise I'll eat again, if you scream for me…