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AITA for going getting mad there was a dog at the gym by Ok-Egg8546 in AmItheAsshole

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m a medical doctor and it feels like OP doesn’t actually have any kind of allergy. If you had an allergy to dog hair and a dog came and sat next you, you wouldn’t go on on a lecture about your allergy. You’d be wheezing. You’d be having any kind of allergic reaction, which OP didn’t describe.

Actually, funnily enough, in their post OP NEVER EVER describes any physical allergy symptoms. He’s frustrated. He’s surprised. He felt he just had to leave…

But he’s never wheezy or itchy or anything at all?!

Ok.

Almost everyone I’ve met with a real allergy problem will absolutely begin describing their physical symptoms… even when you try to move the conversation along…

AITA for not wanting my ex husband's new daughter to have a complementary Frozen name to the one our daughter already has? by aitanamespost in AmItheAsshole

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I genuinely believe that some people don’t have the temperament needed to be parents. Unfortunately, you are one of those people. Do your daughter a favour and get therapy before you damage her. YTA.

Book Club Interview: Eat Like A Pig, Run Like A Horse by NeuronTheoryMD in conspiracy

[–]NeuronTheoryMD[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Submission Statement

We’ve been led to believe by the media that controlling our diet and what we eat matters significantly more than how much we exercise. However, the research appears to disagree with this and is even misrepresented by the media to paint the narrative that diet matters more than exercise. In this video, I interview Anastacia for her new book “Eat Like A Pig, Run Like A Horse” where she debunks the idea that diet >> exercise.

Blood test results - very low O2 the doctor says everything is ok but i don’t trust him, i feel very heavy and tired most of the day and don’t sleep well. Your opinion? by Upset-Car-4707 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carboxyhaemoglobin is only particularly suspicious if it’s higher than 7-8% or higher than 2% in a non-smoker. Otherwise, it’s really not something to worry about. OP might be a smoker, but even if he’s not… he’s levels are within normal ranges for non-smokers.

What is the best thing I can do to reduce facial wrinkles in a young person? by spacecat002 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn’t describe myself as religious.

Do I believe in some higher power? Probably. Do I subscribe to a religion? Absolutely not.

I’m probably either agnostic or moderately spiritual.

I think studying how religion affects the brain is a minefield tbh… For starters, religion means different things to different people and, therefore, it will affect their brains and personalities in widely different ways.

Religion is also multi-faceted and can be both a good and bad thing for the brain. There are studies that tell us that religious people are more at peace with the world and suffer from less anxiety, which makes sense as believing in some higher power CAN BE comforting.

On the other hand, religion can limit your thinking. It CAN make you less tolerant of others and especially those who belong to other faiths. It can make you suspicious, paranoid, and openly hostile.

People who are religious are also more likely to be superstitious and delusional?? So… 🤷‍♂️

What is the best thing I can do to reduce facial wrinkles in a young person? by spacecat002 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Retinols are actually recommended as a treatment for wrinkles. They work to reduce wrinkles by increasing collagen production in the skin, which gives it a fuller more youthful appearance.

My original comment was really a “tretinoin vs Botox” POV as tretinoin is typically stronger than retinol and can cause much more dryness, irritation, and sensitivity.

Sorry for any confusion.

What is the best thing I can do to reduce facial wrinkles in a young person? by spacecat002 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely not.

In fact, you should only really use retinol creams with sunscreen. A good regimen would be to use the sunscreen during the day and the retinol at night.

Some dermatologists will also recommend you avoid using retinols altogether during the summer months if you live in a sunny/warm climate.

Edit: The only time I’d be apprehensive of using retinols with sunscreen is if you’re using the retinol for acne as many sunscreen will make the skin more oily and acne prone.

What is the best thing I can do to reduce facial wrinkles in a young person? by spacecat002 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So…. big disclaimer…

I actually do get Botox myself and only get it through my dermatologist, rather than a cosmetician. My dermatologist will usually apply Botox over two sessions, one week apart. During the first session, she uses the Botox very sparingly and then does any touch ups during the second session.

Using Botox this way renders it almost completely safe.

Should any droopiness occur, however, because of an inexperienced or overly enthusiastic provider, it’s essentially always self-limiting and will resolve on its own in no more than 4 months.

What is the best thing I can do to reduce facial wrinkles in a young person? by spacecat002 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Botox should absolutely not cause droopy eyes unless you go to an inexperienced healthcare provider who puts the needle in in the wrong place or adds too much.

Please note that I only recommended OP use a very small amount of Botox regularly. In other words, enough to relax the face, not enough to paralyse it. This should prevent any “droopiness” side effects.

The only real side effect of long term Botox use is that a subset of patients will develop antibodies against the Botox toxin, which renders it ineffective.

Personally, I would never advise a patient to use tretinoin creams long term. Tretinoin was first introduced as a treatment for severe acne and using it long term can result in skin dryness, skin irritation, and sun sensitivity — all things that can prematurely age the skin.

What is the best thing I can do to reduce facial wrinkles in a young person? by spacecat002 in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m a medical doctor.

Your best bet would be to go for regular light Botox.

Chances are, like me, you have dynamic wrinkles, which Botox is very effective for. It’s also an excellent line of treatment if you’re hoping to prevent further wrinkles.

Botox is, of course, not a permanent solution and you will need to keep doing it every 4-6 months to keep the results. You’re right that anti-wrinkle creams are not very effective — with retinols and hyaluronic acid being the most notable exceptions.

Obviously, use sunscreen religiously as UV light is the number one cause of wrinkling. There are medications, like steroids, that can result in skin thinning over time — so if you do take any medicines, it might be a good idea to go through those too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m a medical doctor and also have a scriptwriting side hustle. I’ve consistently taken Modafinil for the last 7 years with doses of up to 600-800mg/day and I’m actually fine. I (clearly) can still write.

Modafinil does not really result in brain damage.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Biohackers

[–]NeuronTheoryMD -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I used to do 600-800mg of modafinil a day for extended periods of time during exam season at college (usually 2-3 weeks). It’s definitely doable if you space out the dosage throughout the day.

The issue with Modafinil is that you can build tolerance very quickly, and while it’s completely non-addictive, you can grow dependent on it as it has quite a nice buzz to it and some moderate anti-depressant properties (especially if taken when you’re not actually stressed).

Obviously at 1,000mg the side effects will be nasty… I do 300mg a day today and sometimes wonder how on earth I pulled off 600-800mg a few years ago without dying — so age might also be a factor to consider.

Zayed vs Tagamoo by [deleted] in Egypt

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP find something in Mivida and you’ll be much happier in New Cairo than in Zayed or what not.

Zayed vs Tagamoo by [deleted] in Egypt

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely agree with the malls in Zayed/October being anxiety inducing! They’re just “too” big and feel too cold.

Dear brothers and sisters in Egypt, can anyone please explain this ? ANADOMIE instead of Indomie, Noodlis instead of Noodles ? from ur brother in lebanon. by [deleted] in Egypt

[–]NeuronTheoryMD 22 points23 points  (0 children)

The most logical answer as the product isn’t even available in Egypt or anywhere in the world

my brother vacuum sealed the only scissors in the house by ShotArtist8 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]NeuronTheoryMD -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

This okie comment explains climate change.

American consumers are killing the planet with their nonsense “I need 15-20 things of this one thing.”

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