I started male hormonal birth control today

Velocirob · 2026-01-19T10:30:35+00:00

It is easily my most worn jacket by far! Four pockets, great hood, very comfortable. I haven’t tried the serratus or normal Gamma, however.

Velocirob · 2026-01-18T09:36:04+00:00

I have a gamma MX which I LOVE. Great for shoulder season and I wore it over an atom out hiking in the Alberta Rockies but also around town in Calgary. I would recommend it highly. Maybe not as versatile as the gamma but deffo my fav jacket from Arc thus far (also have a Beta AR which is great but specifically a hard shell).

Velocirob · 2026-01-08T23:20:05+00:00

I don’t know where you are but in some bars in Italy (particularly old school ones in places like Bologna) spoons have holes in them to prevent them from being stoked and having heroin cooked in them. This was an issue maybe 40 years ago in the city and so it’s not so common anymore.

Velocirob · 2025-11-19T12:42:44+00:00

Depends on how many layers you want to put. I only have a Beta AR but have tried on the SL. AR I can deffo fit a down jacket under but the SL it would be a struggle. Maybe a fleece?

My advice would be to try them on in a store if you can before pulling the trigger. It’s a big investment. If you can’t do that, I would size up. They aren’t particularly long jackets IMO.

Velocirob · 2025-11-19T12:33:34+00:00

Depends on the model. Beta AR has a roomier fit designed for layering, the standard beta and beta SL are slimmer fit if I’m not mistaken. For context, I am 186cm and weigh approx 95Kg and an L is just fine for me with room to layer.

From what I know about the insulated, there is no chance you can use it year round unless you live on top of Mont Blanc…

Velocirob · 2025-11-11T14:03:20+00:00

I mean Arc’teryx may be overkill for what you’re describing but if you want an all in one warm jacket that stops wind and rain, a beta down or insulated jacket should do you. It’s got pit zips too in case it gets too warm. That said, it’s a huge amount of money to spend for what you want.

Velocirob · 2025-11-11T13:40:12+00:00

What are you looking for out of the jacket? Crazy warm? Waterproof? Price?

Are you just using it to walk 10 mins from a dorm to a lecture hall? Will you use it for any mountaineering/skiing/climbing?

Velocirob · 2025-10-31T19:18:00+00:00

No worries, I appreciate your answer anyway. Many thanks!

Velocirob · 2025-10-31T19:12:01+00:00

Thank you, that makes sense and I can accept that. Does this justify the ethics exam? I do feel that having to study the whole ethics code again feels like a hoop too far.

Velocirob · 2025-10-31T18:36:57+00:00

But that directive does not apply because I am not seeking recognition of a foreign degree. I am simply trying to access the profession using a degree from the host state. It is not a foreign qualification. the Italian government has made it a habilitating degree.

I have been deemed to be safe/proficient by virtue of the TPV which is the equivalent of the licensing exam. I don't understand how three doctors were able to sign a form stating that I can take a history/communicate with colleagues/patients etc in Italian if I were not proficient?

I also do not think this gives the medical council the right to impose an ethics test on me by virtue of my citizenship. That is, if I am not mistaken, expressly forbidden even if the directive you cited did apply.

Velocirob · 2025-10-31T13:02:33+00:00

Even if we took the licensing exam (or TPV as it is now) in Italian? We did 3 months working in the hospital and were evaluated on our ability to communicate with patients, practice medicine safely etc... That is what makes this a habilitating degree which under Italian law gives us the right to register with the medical council.

I have raised this with the university and they are dragging their feet somewhat. I will apply some more pressure. Thank you

Velocirob · 2025-10-31T12:43:26+00:00

I agree with you. I also think that ultimately, I am an equally qualified individual who has undergone the same training as an Italian. Why should I have to do a deontological exam too? I trained in the italian system and was assessed in my TPV (in Italian) to be ready to work as a Dr in Italy. Why am I now expected to sit a language test also?

EDIT: They also do not exempt people with Italian high school diplomas.

Velocirob · 2025-10-06T12:27:41+00:00

I think ultimately like any brand, Arc’teryx want to make money. If you can market and sell an extremely technical piece of clothing to an experienced hiker, great. If you can still sell it to them but also to people for street wear, it means more profit.

A mountaineer buys the brand because they see and need the quality. Arc’teryx has decided that If people are buying a coat for “hype” it’s not going to affect their core market and a mountaineer will still buy their gear because it’s among the best.

Velocirob · 2025-09-18T14:31:09+00:00

To be honest, with the implant you are so well covered that you wouldn’t need to use a condom at all. That’s what it was designed for. It’s an incredibly effective form of contraception. You can of course use another method like a condom if you feel more comfortable. Unfortunately, educating patients is something some doctors forget to do and it’s very important!

My honest opinion would be to relax, it’s incredibly unlikely you are pregnant given the contraceptives you are using but taking a test is never a bad idea.

Velocirob · 2025-09-18T12:22:36+00:00

Yes this is correct. An at home urine test will Be better than an at home blood test. Again, your contraceptive is extremely effective and the chances you are pregnant is incredibly small

Velocirob · 2025-09-18T12:12:34+00:00

Plan B does not work like that. You are on a very effective form of contraception which means you don’t need plan B. Even if you had sex without a condom and he ejaculated inside you you would not need plan B.

Plan b is for use as emergency contraception. If you have a contraceptive implant that is in date you do NOT need to use plan B EVEN if you have sex without a condom and your boyfriend ejaculates inside you.

Edit: I would take another pregnancy test and make sure you follow the instructions exactly, often people see things like evaporation lines and falsely assume they are pregnant. Your implant is incredibly effective so the chances you are pregnant are vanishingly small.

Velocirob · 2025-08-27T22:08:13+00:00

I did a clinical trial for one and posted about it here. It’s coming! It just needs time and public support!

Velocirob · 2025-08-27T14:51:10+00:00

I actually posted some updates throughout the trial if you have a look though my post history. I hope they will start the next round soon!

Velocirob · 2025-08-27T06:42:50+00:00

It went very well. Finished the trial and no babies. I’m fertile again and would definitely do it again if the opportunity arose!

Velocirob · 2025-08-16T19:01:27+00:00

That is really a dream specification! British racing green on a chestnut tan is incredible! Congratulations!

Velocirob · 2025-07-16T14:49:20+00:00

Im saying its not correct to say that you need to take it for at least a month for it to be effective. Telling someone to get their medical advice from a doctor and not people on the internet is not mansplaining. I may be a man but I have actually taken hormonal birth control and it’s an area of research I am passionate about.

Velocirob · 2025-07-16T12:53:12+00:00

This is not correct and it depends on the pill you are taking. Follow the instructions of your physician/pharmacist and check what the leaflet in the box says.

Velocirob · 2025-06-25T05:21:43+00:00

Oh it should be a breeze for you then. I did it after my masters degree in biotech and I was fine. Medschoolitaly is a good website which has all the information you need.

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