I have been on fentanyl 100mcg patches for he past 5-6 years. for the past year I have become very depressed and have a lot of anxiety issues. I have a bi-lateral hip dysplaysia, and ywo ruptured dics iin my back. I have never abused the patches in any way, I take them as directed, but I feel like they are the reason I am having the bouts of depression and anxiety. I have also gained 65 pounds, and bein g small most of my life to now being heavy has added a lot of pain. I really want to be off of the patches but am terrified of the symptoms of withdrawal, and the embarrasement of rehab. My husband and family are the only ones that know I wear them, and I almost feel like I'm living a double life at work. Is there any advice on what I can do to make getting g off of these a non terrifying experience. it adds to my anxiety everytim e I think about it. I am 39 yuears old and I feel like my life is slipping away from me, and that my children ar the ones paying the price for my sickness. if I would of known then what OI know now about these patches, I would of NEVER went on them. please help.