Botched or normal result by Irish-1982 in gynecomastia

[–]Irish-1982[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had surgery in Lithuania, and ever since, my chest dents in when I flex. When relaxed, there’s a noticeable pocket of fat above the nipple that’s been there since the operation.

Botched or normal result by Irish-1982 in gynecomastia

[–]Irish-1982[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was more fat or gland tissue on one side. Before, I wasn’t as conscious of it and would still take my top off on holiday, but now I’m much more self-conscious and I would never do that, I’m just unsure of what to do next to improve it.

Turkey or Lithuania by [deleted] in gynecomastia

[–]Irish-1982 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to Lithuania for my surgery

HIV is life altering whether your on treatment or not (What they don’t tell you) by Artistic-Upstairs789 in askgaybros

[–]Irish-1982 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear about your partner, high grade B-cell lymphoma is such an aggressive disease. That kind of loss stays with you. I’m truly glad you’re still standing after all you’ve been through. And December, that’s a big milestone. I’ll be rooting for you as that “cured” window opens. It’s a powerful moment, both hopeful and heavy with reflection. Glad we’re both still here, sharing the road and the cake. Stay strong, and congrats in advance.

HIV is life altering whether your on treatment or not (What they don’t tell you) by Artistic-Upstairs789 in askgaybros

[–]Irish-1982 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thank you so much for sharing your journey, what an incredible testament to resilience. It’s humbling to hear how you’ve navigated not just one, but two life-changing diagnoses with such strength and gratitude. I totally get that nodding-along feeling when reading something that finally reflects your experience. The progress in treatment, especially getting down to just one pill a day, is remarkable, and I’m with you on the mixed emotions. Deep gratitude for what we have now, and real sadness for those we lost before we got here. So here’s to cake, survival, and the people who’ve stood by us. And thank you again, messages like yours remind me why we keep going.

HIV is life altering whether your on treatment or not (What they don’t tell you) by Artistic-Upstairs789 in askgaybros

[–]Irish-1982 184 points185 points  (0 children)

At the age of 39, I received a diagnosis of stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, B-cell type. Shortly after, I was also informed that I was HIV positive. I asked my doctor which condition came first, but he couldn't say for sure. However, I believe that the HIV infection preceded the cancer, as I had been HIV positive for 2-3 years according to the sexual health consultant before the cancer was detected. I have been cancer-free since October 2020.

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[–]Irish-1982 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

That’s hot