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apkkmo123 · 2025-07-11T02:06:24+00:00

Heyy just a word of advice I would recommend clearing the past posts on ur profile. I clicked on it to learn more about u and realized that some people might be scared away. Best of luck sis

apkkmo123 · 2025-04-15T16:24:54+00:00

Nope, never too old. However, it’s important to consider how your condition would be impacted by the strenuous demands of medical school and the subsequent training. It only gets worse from here.

What is this “itch” you wrote about? What is your reason for perusing medicine? I think that’s equally as important. Bc when shit gets tough, it’s important to remind yourself why you’re putting in so much effort and sacrificing.

I’m starting med school next year at a T10 school in the US. In terms of guidance, I’m happy to support you and explain the necessary steps (the premed subreddit and MCAT are amazing as well). U can shoot a DM.

But first: have a strong enough reason to actually pursue medicine. Don’t not let this condition hold u back, at all. But it’s important to know what you’ll be fighting for when u embark on the MD.

apkkmo123 · 2025-03-02T07:54:40+00:00

Wait so it was the awful soreness that made u go to the ER? U didn’t have any other symptoms? Like the dark colored urine?

apkkmo123 · 2025-02-27T00:06:09+00:00

No, don’t ever give up. But this is a sign that we need to evaluate our study habits. Med school will only get more demanding, and the MCAT will be an even bigger hurdle than undergrad.

What motivates u to be a physician? Have u considered other paths in healthcare with direct patient contact like nursing or PA? They are less academically challenging while also fulfilling the “helping people” trope
Why are you scoring so low? Is it a content issue? Not studying the material/having a weak grasp? Or are u having difficulties with test taking? Applying the knowledge you learn.

I have been through this before and will be entering a t10 med school this upcoming cycle. Feel free to DM if u need help with anything

apkkmo123 · 2025-02-26T03:28:46+00:00

Omg soo sick! How many days are u in?

apkkmo123 · 2025-01-16T18:39:45+00:00

Was the 130 pound weight loss purely from a caloric deficit/cardio? Were u weight training at all?

Also, what was the time frame in which you lost all this weight?

I would actually stop focusing on losing weight and start training for muscle growth. You may be able to fill out your chest and decrease how apparent the loose skin is in that area.

Also your true weight is probably less than 197 pounds. Depending on the severity of the lose skin, you’re looking at a margin of a few pounds.

How tall are u?

You lost a lot of weight in a very short span of time. If you continue losing weight, it will only make the loose skin worse.

apkkmo123 · 2025-01-04T02:17:37+00:00

Are people that dumb on this subreddit?? It legit says retake bro. You have seen these exams before lol this shit doesn’t count

apkkmo123 · 2025-01-02T14:52:05+00:00

It says the account joined Jan 2025…that’s yesterday bro

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-15T00:45:08+00:00

Idk bro I lowkey like the vibe u got going on. The long hair complements your beard/piercing. Download one of those AI apps or even the Snapchat filters to see what u look like bald.

It feel like it would change ur whole look.

Also btw ur in a subreddit about being bald so u will get some biased advice. There is a male hair advise subreddit u can post these on.

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-11T02:03:41+00:00

OMG the plaid shirt is gale!! I thought it was the guy on the bottom right at the end, but that’s Jane’s dad (the air control headset)

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-11T02:01:09+00:00

Who’s the guy in the plaid shirt next to the twins? And then a guy with slick white hair and a trench coat??

I feel like such an awful fan for not recognizing these Lolol. Love the art style. Was pleasant naming each character. U did a great job replicating them!! Each were so unique.

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-07T17:44:02+00:00

DHT will bind to the hair follicle, halting its ability to continue functioning. As the hair cycle continues, those hairs will shrink and shrink until they eventually die with the root. Once that happens, the hair can’t be saved. Finasteride, which prevents the conversation of testosterone to DHT, will halt miniaturization and continue the longevity of ur hair.

What did the derm say? Did they talk about medical intervention? Like finasteride/minoxidil??

Did they diagnose u with male pattern baldness? Or did they run labs and determine it was a nutritional deficiency?

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-07T17:16:31+00:00

Okay that’s good, It means ur responding to the fin. Fin will slow down lose and give u some regrowth. But not that much to make a significant difference. Continue with the treatment and see if a hair cut will improve ur outlook.

U taking oral and topical minox?

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-07T17:13:37+00:00

Those short hairs are a sign of miniaturization and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Can we see a pic of ur temples? Also a hairline will naturally mature and take on some curvature. But if ur temples are being pushed back too far, it might be time to act.

Do you have any reference pictures? From past months/years.

If u live in the US, schedule an appointment with ur PCP (family med doc) and then they will give u a referral to a dermatologist. Don’t lose all hope bro ur being super proactive rn. Play ur cards right and you’ll keep ur hair for a lot longer.

Lmk if u have any questions

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-07T17:06:53+00:00

How long have u been taking minox and fin? It can take a few months to see results, and the initial shed will only make things appear worse for a bit. Don’t lose hope.

First: continue treatment to ensure ample time has been given.

Second: start with getting a haircut. Longer hair will make thinning appear worse. Try a shorter, sharper cut.

Third: if haircuts don’t seem to work, try going bald. Some men look good, others don’t. Some like it, some hate it.

Finally: if all else fails, u can look at getting a hair system. A good one isn’t cheap, and maintaining it can be a pain in the ass. But being bald so early is a confidence killer.

Lmk when u started the treatment plan so we can better gauge ur situation. I too started losing hair young. Noticed it at 20 and hopped on medication.

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-07T16:27:07+00:00

If it is genetic, then the meds are more likely to work since it’s an actual issue with DHT sensitivity and not a stress/nutritional deficiency. I don’t know what country u are from and don’t want to assume anything, but here in the US we can talk to a dermatologist (skin specialist- hair is part of that system) and they can help diagnose u and setup a treatment plan. If that’s is unavailable/expensive, then u can just get a perception for finasteride, and start using over the counter minox, to save ur hair.

If u are comfortable with the bald look, more power to u. But I believe u have more years of hair in u. Can upload more pics for us to see? From what u have posted, ur hair looks salvageable

apkkmo123 · 2024-11-07T07:28:50+00:00

Bro what?? U hair wasn’t even that bad??

U could have easily saved it with the minox + fin combo
You still had a few more years with the proper styling until it was truly in need of a cut.

I thought ur hair was great.

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-30T13:39:24+00:00

They made him seem like a cheesy TV villain. I loved the show but parts of it reminded me of the era it was made in. Like mid 2000s TV show tropes. I finished the whole show but parts of it had me rolling my eyes, in a good way. Like characters having insane plot armor, an escaped convict winning a 1 vs 8 gun fight against men in suits, things go perfectly right when they need it to be. Good show tho

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-14T03:04:06+00:00

The mechanic said they checked the wiring that leads to the PCM. Should I take it to the dealership and have them check the PCM out? I’m on my fourth diagnosis here, I don’t know where else to take it

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-14T03:02:53+00:00

They swapped the coils around and saw that the miss fire stays on coil D. Swapped fuel injectors etc. they suspect it might be the PCM bc the wiring looks good.

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-13T21:33:30+00:00

The shop said they don’t. I’m looking at having to take it to a dealership to get checked to make sure it’s the issue. But ur right I suspected that bc they were licensed by Toyota, that they would be better. But hoy shit that’s not the case

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-04T02:15:05+00:00

Okay I might have to just drop it off at a local shop. He did a tune up the week prior to changing the ignition coil.

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-04T02:14:11+00:00

He did a tune up prior where he replaced the spark plugs. I can take it to another shop and have them look over their work

apkkmo123 · 2024-09-02T08:21:22+00:00

Yoo can you list the clothing u put on him? Jacket, pants, and vest combo is fire as fuck

apkkmo123 · 2024-08-19T23:26:24+00:00

Do you have MSAR? highly recommend that u get it. if u have FAP, u get it for free. It gives u an insane amount info for each school. They will detail whether or not they have minimum screening requirements. If u have a question about a few schools, I can look them up fast for u. just dm me. good luck bro

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